In response to President Biden’s announcement of conditional suspension of asylum claims processing at the southern border, Connecticut is taking action. The suspension will come into effect immediately when the number of unauthorized crossings exceeds 2,500 over a seven-day average.
According to Democratic Representative James Sánchez from the state of Connecticut, the ruling has a significant impact on both immigrant communities and the political landscape.
Sánchez emphasized the importance of having a system in place for immigration in every country around the world. However, he believes that as a president, the top priority should be ensuring the well-being of those who already live in the country. A balance must be struck between the needs of citizens and the policies regarding immigration.
According to Sánchez, the system has been overwhelmed due to the influx of immigrants into New Haven and the significant challenges faced by immigration authorities in New York.
During a press briefing, the Biden administration announced that they will honor the current agreements to repatriate individuals from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. The administration further stated that they have already successfully repatriated people to countries such as India, China, Uzbekistan, Mauritania, and Senegal. Additionally, the administration plans to strengthen its ability to repatriate migrants to the Eastern Hemisphere.
Furthermore, those who do not express a genuine concern for their safety upon returning to their native countries will face prompt deportation within a matter of days, or even hours.
The decision made by the president has left Barbara Lopez, Director of Make the Road Connecticut, feeling disappointed and disillusioned.
Lopez expressed his disappointment with the Biden administration’s decision to close the US border with Mexico and prevent individuals from seeking safety. He stated that this was one of the most challenging actions taken by the administration.
The Vera Institute for Justice reports that there are more than 254,000 non-citizens living in Connecticut who may face the risk of deportation.
Individuals who adhere to a safe and organized procedure, such as utilizing the CBP One mobile application, or opting for a lawful pathway, are exempted from the restrictions on entry to the United States.
Make the Road Connecticut is firm in its commitment to advocating for the dignity, respect, and safety of all immigrants, regardless of who holds the reins of power. While some individuals have compared the current immigration policy to that of former President Trump’s, Lopez and the team at Make the Road Connecticut remain steadfast in their mission to support and uplift immigrant communities.
Lopez is holding on to hope despite feeling let down. She believes that President Biden has the potential to reconsider his priorities and provide assistance to families who are immigrants.
According to Sánchez, he holds a positive outlook on Biden’s chances of being re-elected. He particularly emphasizes the support of Latino voters and individuals who have connections with undocumented immigrants.
According to Sánchez, “It would be unfair to criticize President Biden and his administration, as they have been diligently working towards supporting immigrants for several years now.”
According to a representative from the U.S. Department of Justice, the department is fully prepared to address any legal disputes that may arise in relation to this regulation.
