103 House Democrats criticize Biden in letter
Over 100 House Democrats Urge President Biden to Provide More Privileges to Illegal Immigrants
In a Sunday letter, a group of House Democrats has called on President Joe Biden to deliver three key benefits for undocumented immigrants.
The letter, also addressed to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, outlines the Democrats’ request for executive action to benefit certain undocumented individuals and asylum seekers in obtaining work authorization.
Expediting Work Authorization
The Democrats are asking for expedited work authorization for undocumented immigrants, allowing them to bypass the usual 150-day waiting period before applying for a work permit.
“The administration could assist asylum seekers and their communities by increasing the use of parole and decreasing the regulatory 150-day wait period for asylum seekers to apply for work authorization,” the letter states.
Reducing Wait Times for Immigrant Visas
The Democrats also request a reduction in wait times for undocumented immigrants to receive a provisional immigrant visa. Currently, backlogs have created significant delays in the immigration court system.
“The provisional waiver process allows individuals who are statutorily eligible for an immigrant visa but for their unlawful presence in the country to apply for a waiver of inadmissibility in the United States before they depart for their immigrant visa interview,” the representatives wrote.
Streamlining Cancellation of Removal Cases
The Democrats are calling for a streamlined procedure in which undocumented immigrants ruled deportable in courts can request the cancellation of their removal proceedings, allowing them to stay in the country despite legal challenges.
“Lastly, we encourage the administration to establish a process to make non-lawful permanent resident cancellation of removal (cancellation of removal) more accessible to those who are eligible. Such a process would help to streamline cancellation of removal cases and increase access to lawful permanent resident status for immigrants who are vital contributors to their American families and our communities,” the letter continued.
The Democrats cite “extreme MAGA Republican opposition” as the reason why they are seeking executive action rather than legislation to implement these benefits for undocumented immigrants.
It is important to note that the admission of foreign nationals to the U.S. labor market has been shown to reduce wages for American workers, according to a study by immigration economist George Borjas.
The Biden administration has not yet responded formally to the letter.
The Democratic wish-list for asylum seekers comes at a time when cities across the country are grappling with the challenges posed by the influx of migrants from the southern border.
Last week, New York City Mayor Eric Adams expressed concerns that the continuing influx of migrants could potentially “destroy” the iconic American city, as reported by WABC-TV.
Immigrants are America and it is essential that we protect them.
Proud to lead this letter w/ @RepJerryNadler and 100+ House Dems in calling on the Biden Admin to help undocumented immigrants find work, support their families, & contribute to our economy. https://t.co/LL7y48Q4DS
— Rep. Pramila Jayapal (@RepJayapal) September 11, 2023
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