Democratic officials across the country applauded the recent asylum announcement before President Biden made his first visit to the southern border on Sunday.
The announcement included details on how the Biden administration could better manage the flow of asylum seekers. Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. That happened Sunday before Biden visited the U.S.-Mexico border in El Paso, Texas.
Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser tweeted, “Thank you to the Biden-Harris administration for its renewed commitment to addressing immigration with the nuances and resources befitting this issue. I support policies that reflect my values,” he tweeted.
“President Biden announced today that we will expand our humanitarian assistance program to allow more asylum seekers to travel to the United States. America Doing so safely, legally and in a more controlled manner is an important positive step in enabling our federal partners to better manage this humanitarian crisis,” said New York City Mayor Eric. Adams said in a press release.
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He also praised the Biden administration’s “partnership and response to our call to action.”
Biden announced on Thursday that migrants who try to enter the United States illegally will be immediately deported to Mexico. However, the U.S. said he would provide humanitarian parole to up to 30,000 people each month from four countries, and said they could get the service if they applied online, paid for airfare, and found a financial sponsor. rice field.
Adams added: southern border. At the same time, managing the crisis we are witnessing requires a long-term, proactive strategy. “
The mayor’s praise came just days after he specifically called the immigration crisis “really embarrassing” on a “national level” and said his city was overwhelmed by its impact.
“This is a real shame at a national level and we have to do something about it. We have been talking about immigration for decades. We need a national level response,” Adams said. At WABC’s “Morning Sid & Friends”.
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Biden also praises San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria said the border announcement “will facilitate a legal pathway for orderly migration and help increase funding for nonprofits doing life-saving work in our communities.” said.
Gloria also encouraged the new Republican majority in the House to work with Democrats to “pass legislation to fix the broken immigration system.”
San Antonio, Texas mayor Ron Nirenburg also praised Mr. Biden’s actions.
“Instead of much-needed parliamentary policy, [Biden’s] The new action will humanely address the influx of asylum seekers entering the United States.We will continue to work with our federal partners to ensure that San Antonio receives the necessary funds for local immigration assistance efforts. ”
Mayor Lori Lightfoot Chicago, Illinois, “I support today’s announcement by the President, and will continue to work with the White House, federal executive stakeholders, and federal elected delegations to address this ongoing national challenge for asylum seekers. I look forward to being involved.”
and Mayor Michael Hancock Denver, Colorado, called the asylum change a “positive step”.
“We hope these additional resources/enforcement actions will help ease the pressure this immigration influx is putting on Denver and cities across the country,” he added.
Many of these cities host thousands of immigrants bussed in from Texas, Arizona, and Florida, helping to facilitate local immigration facilities.
of new york city The mayor specifically complained about the influx of immigrants, saying in an interview that the “onslaught” of immigrants had affected “the quality of life in New York.”
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“El Paso shouldn’t go through this. Chicago shouldn’t go through this. Houston, Washington, New York, especially if they’re going to get out of Covid or deal with the onslaught of immigrants and asylum seekers.” He said.
Biden’s visit to the southern border comes as he kicks off the two-day North American summit Mexico City It starts Monday. He will be joined by Mexican President Andrés Manuel Lopez Obrador and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
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In addition to the immigration crisis, leaders are expected to discuss how a cooperative North America can tackle climate change, manufacturing, trade, and the economy.
Biden will arrive at the Palacio Nacional in Mexico City on Monday afternoon.
Fox News’ Adam Shaw and Associated Press contributed to this report.
