The Biden Administration reports a spike in non-detained deportation numbers, highlighting revised immigration enforcement strategies.
At a Glance
- The non-detained deportation docket processed 6.2 million cases by fiscal 2023.
- The U.S. experienced a high net immigration rate, largely driven by illegal immigration.
- Biden’s policies and external turmoil in certain countries contributed to the surge.
- Over 1.3 million illegal aliens with final removal orders remain in the U.S.
Record-High Immigration Numbers
The U.S. has experienced unprecedented net immigration under the Biden Administration, with illegal immigration accounting for more than half of these numbers. According to a report, total net migration from 2021 to 2023 surpassed eight million. December 2023 marked a peak with over 302,000 attempted crossings at the U.S. southern border, setting a record high for a single month.
Immigration policies under President Biden, such as eased asylum rules, have driven this surge. External factors, including instability in countries like Haiti, Ukraine, and Venezuela, also played a significant role.
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Data From U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
In fiscal 2023, the non-detained deportation docket witnessed a 30.3% increase from the previous year, reaching over 6.2 million cases. A report from the House Judiciary Committee disclosed that 6 million illegal alien encounters occurred from January 2021 to September 2023. These figures reflect the complexities the nation faces in managing immigration policies.
“The priorities will focus on public safety threats, national security threats, and fugitives,” said the new border czar Tom Homan, emphasizing efforts to address threats and lawbreakers.
Meanwhile, external challenges and loopholes in current policy continue to strain immigration enforcement efforts. This evolving landscape necessitates a comprehensive policy review and enforcement strategy.
Repercussions of Policy and Enforcement Changes
The Biden Administration’s increased focus on deporting those with criminal records shows efforts to bolster public safety. With over 662,000 individuals identified for deportation due to criminal activities, law enforcement is closely working with intelligence communities to track these individuals.
“We’ll work very closely with the FBI and intelligence community in this identification effort,” Homan stated, noting the critical importance given the significant number of border crosses on terrorist watchlists.
These developments emphasize a broader scope of immigration enforcement amidst challenges at the Southwest Border, signaling a new phase in national immigration policy. It remains to be seen how these changes shape the future immigration landscape.
