Deceptive Political Ad about Deportation Promises by Joe Biden

SOURCE www.factcheck.org
A super PAC supporting former President Donald Trump falsely suggests in an ad that President Joe Biden promised not to deport anyone who was in the U.S. illegally, based on a deceptively edited clip from a 2020 town hall. Biden actually proposed a 100-day pause on deportations for his first term, not his entire presidency, and the policy was short-lived due to legal challenges. Ultimately, the Biden administration deported hundreds of thousands of people, including those without felony convictions.

Key Points

  • Biden proposed a 100-day pause on deportations, not a permanent ban
  • The policy faced legal challenges and was short-lived
  • The Biden administration ultimately deported hundreds of thousands of people

Pros

  • Provides a detailed explanation of Biden's actual statements and policies regarding deportation
  • Clarifies the misinformation spread by the super PAC's ad

Cons

  • Misleadingly suggests Biden promised no deportations for his entire presidency
  • Ignores the legal challenges and short-lived nature of the proposed deportation pause