Immigration Policy under President Biden

SOURCE www.npr.org
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