Biden Administration's Parole Policy for Migrants

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
New parole policy for migrants from Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans restarted by Biden administration after fraud revelations in the program. Republicans criticize the use of parole as encouraging illegal border crossings.

Key Points

  • Restart of controversial parole policy for CHNV nationals
  • Suspension of advance travel authorizations due to fraud concerns
  • New vetting measures for supporters including financial records and criminal background checks

Pros

  • Additional vetting measures implemented to strengthen integrity of parole processes
  • Claims of decrease in illegal border crossings with expanded use of parole processes

Cons

  • Fraud revelations in the program involving serial sponsors and deceased persons
  • Criticism from Republicans for abusing the parole process