In a final attempt to undermine President-elect Donald Trump’s immigration agenda, the Biden administration is loosening restrictions for migrants who entered the U.S. illegally, including allowing them to avoid in-person check-ins with ICE. This policy change not only disregards the wishes of the American people but also puts the safety of U.S. citizens in jeopardy, further complicating the work of the incoming administration.
Starting in December, the Biden administration will roll out an ICE Portal app in New York City that allows migrants to report their status remotely, bypassing the crucial in-person appointments with ICE officers. This system is plagued with technical issues and fails to provide important data, such as arrest records or outstanding warrants, which are currently available through in-person check-ins. By allowing migrants to bypass these checks, the Biden administration is making it easier for dangerous individuals to avoid detection, putting public safety at risk.
🚨 How is this as a parting gift from the Biden administration?
NYPost: "Biden admin quietly loosening immigration policies before Trump takes office — including letting migrants skip ICE check-ins in NYC"
WHY? ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/73aq0prhOO
— Kayleigh McEnany (@kayleighmcenany) November 21, 2024
This policy change, which is being implemented without regard for its negative consequences, is a direct challenge to the incoming Trump administration, which has promised to enforce stricter immigration policies. By making it more difficult to track migrants who have entered the country illegally, these last-minute changes will add significant hurdles to efforts aimed at restoring order to the U.S. immigration system.
Additionally, the Biden administration is loosening regulations on the use of electronic monitoring for migrants, allowing them to challenge their tracking status and potentially remove ankle bracelets used to monitor their movements. This will further complicate efforts to ensure that migrants comply with immigration laws while awaiting their hearings. These changes demonstrate a complete disregard for the safety and security of American citizens.
NEW: The Biden admin has quietly loosened immigration policies before Trump takes office, allowing migrants to “flee authorities” according to the New York Post.
The Biden admin is launching a new ICE Portal app, allowing migrants to bypass in-person check-ins.
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— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) November 21, 2024
The release of these policies is a clear attempt to obstruct the Trump administration’s ability to implement its immigration priorities. It’s a politically motivated move that prioritizes the comfort of illegal migrants over the safety of American citizens. With more than 223,000 migrants already in New York City, this policy change will only add to the strain on law enforcement and taxpayer-funded resources.
As the Biden administration seeks to make it easier for illegal migrants to stay in the U.S., the American people will be forced to bear the consequences. These changes represent a dangerous subversion of the rule of law and a blatant disregard for the will of the voters. The incoming administration will face an uphill battle as it works to undo these reckless policies and restore order to the U.S. immigration system.
