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President Joe Biden announced a sweeping new policy on Tuesday that would lift the threat of deportation for hundreds of people married to US citizens, according to US officials. Biden revealed the new program at a White House event to celebrate the Obama-era “dreamers” directive that offered deportation protections for young undocumented immigrants. The policy will allow roughly 490,000 spouses of US citizens an opportunity to apply for a “parole in place” program, which would shield them from deportations and offer them work permits if they have lived in the country for at least 10 years, according to officials.
Secret Service agent robbed on night of Biden's California fundraiser Donald Trump holds significant lead over Joe Biden in Iowa, new poll shows The announcement is a significant marker for Biden who opened his presidency with promises to fight for widespread relief for the millions of immigrants who live in the country without permanent legal status. But as the number of migrants reached historic levels and he prepares for a reelection contest against Donald Trump , Biden earlier this month enacted a border clampdown that critics say is similar to those pursued by his predecessor. The White House’s decision earlier this month to implement a restrictive proposal that essentially halted asylum processing at the US- Mexico border angered many of Biden’s political allies.
However, Rep. Nanette Barragán, D-Calif., who chairs a Democratic group of lawmakers.
