U.S. suspends deportation of undocumented immigrants married to Americans
Bishkek – On June 21, 2024, U.S. President Joe Biden made a significant announcement regarding immigration policy. According to a report from the Russian BBC service, Biden has introduced an amnesty program for hundreds of thousands of individuals who are currently residing in the United States illegally and facing deportation.
The new program specifically targets spouses of U.S. citizens who have been living in the country for at least 10 years and are still married. Those who meet these requirements will be granted a work permit for three years and will have the opportunity to apply for permanent residence during this time.
It is estimated that over 500,000 individuals will be eligible to benefit from these new regulations. This initiative is said to be the largest program aimed at assisting undocumented migrants who are already in the country since Barack Obama’s Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) policy.
This announcement marks a significant shift in immigration policy under the Biden administration and is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of many individuals who have been living in the shadows for years. The details of the program are still being finalized, but it is clear that this move reflects Biden’s commitment to addressing immigration issues in a compassionate and practical manner.
