President Biden is strengthening border security while offering health care to undocumented immigrants brought to the U.S. illegally as children, in an effort to balance two political priorities.
Key Points
President Biden finalized a plan to offer health care to DACA recipients
The White House is bringing in a new point person for border issues
Biden is under pressure to address the increase in migrants
Pros
Offering health care to DACA recipients
Balancing border security and immigrant community support
Recognizing the contributions of undocumented immigrants
Cons
Growing pressure to tighten border restrictions
Stalled talks with Congress on new border measures