President Joe Biden started his term with a strong move towards the Latino electorate by introducing legislation to reform the immigration system. The bill aimed to provide green cards to Dreamers, TPS holders, and undocumented farm workers. Despite this, Biden later implemented tough asylum restrictions, drawing criticism. The administration faced challenges due to a surge in arrivals at the southern border, leading to the use of Trump-era policies like Title 42 for deportations.
Critics argued that Biden’s actions contradicted his promises to reform immigration policies. Although the administration granted humanitarian parole to many migrants, it also faced backlash for maintaining controversial measures like Title 42. The recent executive order to tighten asylum rules and border closures has sparked protests and raised concerns about Biden’s commitment to immigrant rights.
Call to protest
Amid mounting pressure, advocacy groups are calling for action to protect undocumented immigrants, particularly those under DACA. As Biden’s re-election campaign approaches, his stance on immigration remains a contentious issue.
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