Press Secretary comments on the health crisis and border restrictions

On Wednesday, February 10, 2021, during a press conference, the Biden government’s Press Secretary, Jen Psaki commented on several relevant issues, which bring about uncertainty and controversy among the American population, such as the global Coronavirus pandemic, the national vaccination program, the economy and immigration.

Speaking specifically about immigration, one of the questions that arose during the press conference was about the rise in illegal crossings across the borders of Mexico and the US in recent weeks, as well as the increasing number of immigrants arriving at authorized ports of entry, who plan to seek international protection through political asylum or other humanitarian programs.

Psaki assured that the Biden administration is working hard in the immigration sector, including federal entities such as DHS (Department of Homeland Security). Adding to that, she mentioned that both President Biden and several federal agency leaders have great experience when it comes to immigration and therefore can approach this system with caution and knowledge.

However, she also mentioned that regardless of whether the Biden government wants to reform the immigration system, the global Coronavirus pandemic is still present and the sanitary emergency is not over. Therefore, she openly stated that “due to the pandemic and the fact that we have not had the time, as an administration, to put in place a humane, comprehensive process for processing individuals who are coming to the border, now is not the time to come, and the vast majority of people will be turned away.”

Changes to the immigration system depend on many factors

One of the main pillars of President Biden’s political campaign is immigration. His administration plans to push through the first comprehensive immigration reform in decades, which includes offering a path to citizenship for millions of undocumented immigrants who meet mandatory requirements.

However, it is important to understand how legal processes work and the time it takes to adjust even small changes to immigration policies. Reforming the entire immigration system is not an easy task, and therefore it will not happen overnight or as quickly as immigrant communities would hope.

Adding to that, the Biden administration’s plans on immigration processes, mainly those related to irregular immigration, depend on multiple factors such as:

• The development of the national immunization project to mitigate the impact of the health crisis.
• The reaction of the opposition to Biden’s immigration proposals.
• To have funds available for refugee resettlement programs and multicultural inclusion and integration projects.
• Deep understanding of repercussions generated by the Trump administration’s restrictive policies.

Therefore, some of Biden’s promises on immigration will take a considerable period of time, but it is better if changes are gradual but lasting, rather than fast and possibly trigger an immigration crisis within the US.

Motion Law – The guide you need for your immigration case

It is imperative to seek expert help if you are about to come to the US for the first time or if you already have an active or pending immigration case. Following this recommendation is essential because immigration policies tend to change periodically depending on the goals and ideals of the country’s administration.

For instance, the immigration system will possibly change again under the new administration, led by President Joe Biden. Following expert advice means staying up to date with current policies and choosing the right process for your particular case.

If you have any questions about an immigration issue or relating to a case you may have currently in progress, then please don’t hesitate to contact us for a FREE Phone Consultation with one of our expert immigration attorneys.

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