In a last-minute and reckless move, the Biden administration is loosening immigration policies to help migrants avoid check-ins with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), further complicating the challenges the incoming Trump administration will face. This policy change, which includes launching a new app to bypass in-person ICE check-ins, is a dangerous attempt to undermine the will of American voters who overwhelmingly support stronger border controls and immigration enforcement.
Starting in December, New York City will serve as ground zero for this policy shift, as the administration rolls out an ICE Portal app that allows migrants to skip necessary appointments. This system will make it easier for migrants to evade authorities, as it fails to track crucial data such as past arrests or outstanding warrants. This is a stark contrast to the current system, which uses in-person check-ins to ensure compliance with the law, allowing ICE to actively track those who may be involved in criminal activities.
🚨 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
The app is not only unreliable but also fails to provide crucial information that could help law enforcement identify individuals who pose a danger to the public. Despite its glitches and known technical issues, the Biden administration is moving forward with the plan, creating an opening for individuals who should be held accountable for their illegal actions to slip through the cracks. This is a clear example of how the current administration is actively working to subvert the enforcement of immigration laws that the majority of Americans support.
Moreover, the app’s rollout is just one part of a broader strategy aimed at circumventing the incoming administration’s tougher stance on illegal immigration. The Biden administration has also been pushing to allow migrants to contest their electronic monitoring, including ankle bracelets. These last-minute changes seek to make it harder for the Trump administration to crack down on illegal immigration, putting more pressure on an already strained system.
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 slap in the face to American citizens who expect their government to prioritize their safety and security. These policies prioritize the comfort of illegal immigrants over the needs and safety of American families, showing a blatant disregard for the rule of law. As thousands of migrants continue to flood into the country, these policy changes will only serve to increase the strain on law enforcement and endanger citizens across the U.S.
In the end, this is a calculated effort to thwart the incoming administration’s ability to address one of the most pressing issues facing the nation. By enabling illegal migrants to bypass enforcement and making it more difficult for authorities to track them, the Biden administration is putting Americans at risk while undermining the will of the people.
