As the United States prepares for the upcoming Presidential election, there is growing anticipation that President Joe Biden will make a significant announcement regarding immigration. This contentious issue has long been a subject of debate in the country, and many are eager to see what direction the President will take.
At a recent USISPF Summit in Washington DC, Neera Tanden, President Biden’s domestic policy advisor, hinted at what could be expected from the President’s announcement. Tanden emphasized that America attracts talented immigrants from around the world and that many of these individuals come for higher education but are often sent back in a confusing policy dynamic. She expressed concern that America loses out on crucial innovation that these individuals could bring to the world.
While Tanden did not reveal specific details of the announcement, it is speculated in the US media that an executive order may be issued to protect undocumented spouses of American citizens. This move is anticipated to impact around 500,000 undocumented immigrants and is seen as a strategic move to appeal to Latino voters. This effort follows President Obama’s Deferred Action on Childhood Program (DACA), which granted relief from deportation to over 500,000 individuals who were brought to the US as children.
According to estimates from the Pew Research Centre in 2021, Indians make up the third largest group of undocumented immigrants in the US, following individuals from Mexico and El Salvador. The research suggests that there has been an increase in undocumented immigrants from India, Guatemala, and Honduras since 2017. The upcoming announcement from President Biden is awaited with anticipation as it could have significant implications for immigration policy in the United States.
As we move closer to Election Day, immigration remains a key issue for many Americans. It will be interesting to see how President Biden addresses this contentious topic and what impact his decision will have on immigration policy moving forward.