Biden vowed to address immigration, yet border crisis grows

President Biden’s Immigration⁣ Pledge:‍ Has He Delivered?

President Joe Biden ran for office with a mission to restore the soul ‍of the nation, rebuild the middle ‍class, and unite the‍ country. As we approach 2024, it’s time ⁢to assess whether he has ⁣fulfilled his promises. In this captivating‍ Washington Examiner series, Oath of Office, we will ‌delve into Biden’s commitment to improving the immigration system.

A Mixed​ Bag for Immigration

President Biden’s ‌third year in office has left both immigration restrictionists and ⁤immigrant rights groups disappointed. Despite taking over 500 executive actions on immigration, the border crisis continues to loom large.

Before ⁢taking office, Biden pledged not only to reverse former President Donald ⁤Trump’s immigration⁣ policies but also to make his mark. ‌In 2023, he made progress by ending the Title 42 expulsion policy at the border and surpassing Trump’s executive actions. However, he will need to ‍convince liberal voters in 2024 that he has done⁣ enough, especially after moving forward with the border wall construction,⁣ despite promising to cancel it.

“In 2023, the Biden administration made extensive changes to the US immigration system through executive actions, but challenges at the U.S.-Mexico border have continued to dominate,” said Kathleen​ Bush-Joseph, policy analyst of the U.S. immigration policy program at ⁢the Migration Policy Institute in Washington.

An analysis by the Migration Policy Institute revealed that Biden has taken more than 500 executive actions on immigration since 2021, surpassing the previous record set during the entire⁣ Trump​ administration.

While Biden‍ has followed through ⁢on some promises, such as ending the Muslim ban and reversing ​certain enforcement provisions, he has also backtracked on his commitment to halt border wall‌ construction. This has left⁢ many questioning whether he has truly delivered on his immigration agenda.

A Crisis at the Southern Border

The ongoing crisis at the southern border has overshadowed the limited wins for Democrats over the past three years. Polling shows that voters have ⁣become increasingly concerned about immigration, ‍with 63% disapproving of ‌Biden’s approach.

Despite the administration’s intention to set up facilities outside the US for immigrants ​to‍ seek asylum, ‌only ‌a few have been established,⁤ and illegal immigration remains high. Vice President Kamala Harris was ‌appointed to address the root causes of migration​ from Central America, but her efforts have yet to yield significant change.

Furthermore, ⁤Biden’s plan to end Title 42 has faced‌ delays,⁢ and legal challenges ⁤have hindered progress on overhauling the immigration system through Congress.

The Way Forward

As Biden enters what may be ⁢his final year in office, ‌he must confront the ongoing challenges at​ the border and the global⁣ displacement impacting the Western Hemisphere. Streamlining⁤ immigration processes through executive action ​and increasing coordination with state and local governments will be crucial.

However, Biden’s hopes of passing ​meaningful immigration legislation through Congress seem unlikely. The border crisis has strained​ bipartisan support, and Republicans are focused on addressing the immediate crisis rather than engaging in comprehensive reform.

Looking ahead,⁢ Biden must take⁣ immediate action to ⁢secure the border and ⁤enforce existing immigration laws. It is his duty under⁢ our constitutional system, and it may be his last chance to leave a lasting impact on immigration policy.

Source: Washington Examiner

How has⁣ President Biden’s handling of the border‌ crisis impacted border apprehensions​ and the strain on ​resources?

Ent policies, his ⁤handling of the ⁤border crisis has​ been a major challenge.⁢ Since taking office, the number of border apprehensions has reached a 20-year⁣ high, ‌with thousands of migrants⁣ attempting to cross ⁢into the United States illegally. This has strained resources and overwhelmed border patrol agents.

Moreover, Biden’s decision to halt construction⁢ of the border⁣ wall was‌ met with criticism from both sides of the aisle. Many argue that the wall ​served ‍as a deterrent‌ to illegal immigration and aided in border security efforts. By reversing this policy, Biden has left himself open​ to scrutiny⁣ and questions about his commitment⁤ to enforcing immigration laws.

On the other hand, ⁢Biden has made efforts to address the root causes of migration from Central America. He has proposed a $4 billion plan to invest in improving‌ conditions in the region in order to reduce the flow​ of migrants seeking asylum in ⁣the United ‌States. This approach recognizes the ⁤need for comprehensive solutions that ​go beyond border enforcement.

Additionally, the Biden administration has taken steps to reunite families that ⁢were separated at the border under the Trump administration’s “zero tolerance” policy. While progress⁢ has been⁢ made, there is still much work⁤ to be done to fully rectify ⁢the harm caused⁣ by family‌ separations.

In summary, President ​Biden’s ‌immigration pledge has​ been‍ a mixed bag. While he has made significant changes through executive ‌actions and has shown a commitment to ‍addressing the ⁣root causes of migration,​ the border crisis and his⁢ decision on the border wall have raised concerns. As the 2024 election approaches, Biden will need to demonstrate that‍ he has ⁣fulfilled his promises and effectively managed⁣ the immigration system in order to maintain ⁤the support of both liberal voters and immigration restrictionists.