President Biden has been working to rebuild a legal pathway for immigration that was dismantled during the Trump administration, amidst national attention on the chaos at the southern border.
In the first five months of the fiscal year, the United States has allowed over 40,000 refugees into the country after a rigorous screening process involving security checks, medical vetting, and interviews with American officers abroad.
This marks a significant expansion of the refugee program, which offers a legal way for desperate individuals worldwide to seek safe haven in the United States.
The Biden administration aims to admit 125,000 refugees this year, the highest number in three decades, according to a White House spokesman.
Compared to the last three years of the Trump administration, which saw approximately 64,000 refugees admitted, the Biden administration’s efforts to resettle more refugees are becoming evident.
However, with the upcoming presidential campaign, immigration advocates are concerned that these gains may be reversed if former President Trump is re-elected. Mr. Trump has previously suspended the refugee program and continues to view it as a security threat.
The refugee program, which has bipartisan support, offers a legal avenue for individuals seeking refuge in the United States. As the asylum system faces challenges at the southern border, the refugee program remains a vital resource for those in need.
Refugees undergo thorough vetting processes and contribute positively to society once resettled in the country.
The Biden administration has been working to rebuild the refugee program infrastructure, which was severely impacted during the Trump years. Efforts to streamline processing and expand refugee processing from various regions are underway.
The signs of a more robust refugee program are evident, with the admission of over 60,000 refugees last year. The administration’s focus on enhancing resources and processing capabilities is gradually bearing fruit.
