Could Biden’s Immigration Order Benefit Both Border Control and His Campaign?
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Jon Lieber, Eurasia Group’s head of research, says immigration is currently a big political liability for President Biden, showing up as one of the top two or three issues in most of the big polls. This week, Biden announced an emergency order to restrict the number of people who come to the US seeking asylum when daily border crossings exceed 2,500. The move, which is likely to be challenged in court by immigration advocates, could help Biden argue that he is taking action on immigration, one of the key issues of his campaign.
Jon Lieber on US Immigration Policy
Jon Lieber, the Eurasia Group’s head of research, discusses this week’s significant shift in US immigration policy from Washington, DC. As the firm’s expert on US political and policy developments, he highlights immigration as a key issue impacting President Biden’s political standing.
Biden’s Immigration Challenge
Immigration is one of the top issues in major polls, favoring Donald Trump over Biden. In response, Biden announced an emergency order to limit asylum seekers when daily border crossings exceed 2500, a frequent occurrence in recent years. With over 3 million people entering the US last year, both legally and illegally, it’s the illegal crossings that have stirred controversy.
Addressing Illegal Border Crossings
The issue of illegal immigration has been driving Trump’s political campaign since 2015. Advocates for higher numbers of asylum seekers are expected to challenge Biden’s order in court. But if upheld, it could significantly reduce illegal border crossings and potentially improve Biden’s immigration stance in the public eye.
Similarities to Earlier Policies
This policy mirrors a bipartisan deal made in the Senate earlier this year, later dismantled by Trump, who was unwilling to aid Biden’s reelection campaign. As immigration continues to be a prominent theme, the impact of Biden’s recent action will be monitored closely.
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