Immigrant minors separated from their parents at the borders

Throughout the US history, immigration officials have processed millions of applications from foreigners seeking international protection in the country, who are trying to flee truly precarious situations such as violence, famine and persecution.

In fact, the US has become home to thousands of immigrants who left their own countries to seek new opportunities and who, over time, also became part of the social fabric and helped create a diverse culture and strong economy.

One of the reasons why thousands of migrants arrive at the US borders seeking international assistance through humanitarian programs is to be able to protect their children and build a promising and dignified future for them. Therefore, local law has specific guidelines when it comes to migrant families at the borders.

However, under the Trump administration (2017-2021), even family units were subject to removal or other strict measures. For instance, his administration implemented the “Zero Tolerance Policy”, which stated that adult immigrants who crossed the country’s borders without legal documentation should face criminal prosecution. Therefore, speaking specifically about immigrant families apprehended at the borders, this policy led to the separation of thousands of minors from their parents, and, in fact, thousands of them have not been able to find their parents after more than 3 years.

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DHS plans to grant benefits to families separated under the “Zero Tolerance Policy”

President Biden, who has been leading the White House since late January 2021, is using every tool at his disposal to reunite immigrant families separated at the borders under Trump’s “Zero Tolerance Policy” and issued an executive order during his first weeks in office to create a reunification project as soon as possible.

Adding to that, on Monday, April 19, Biden’s DHS (Department of Homeland Security) stated that it might carry out a strategy to offer assistance to families separated at the borders under the Trump administration. DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas clarified that social benefits that might be offered to immigrant families are transportation services, access to the health system, certain educational programs, inter alia.

Do you need to complete a pending immigration process?

Following the advice of experts is essential when starting or completing an immigration process in the US. One of the main reasons why we recommend this is because local immigration policies tend to change periodically depending on the goals of the country’s administration, global needs, and other circumstances. Therefore, having the constant accompaniment of experts, who are up to date with current policies, might be what you need to receive a positive response to your immigration application.

We understand that starting an immigration process requires constant dedication and expert help. Our team is highly qualified to guide you through your immigration journey in the US, so please don’t hesitate to contact us for a FREE Phone Consultation with one of our expert immigration attorneys.

Simply call Motion Law today at: (202) 918-1799.