Immigration enforcement under President Biden has witnessed a sharp rise in non-detained deportation cases, reaching unprecedented levels.
At a Glance
- 6.2 million cases are on the Non-Detention Docket for fiscal 2023.
- There is a record influx of unauthorized immigrants from Central America.
- The Biden administration prioritizes deporting threats to public safety and national security.
- Biden’s policies and global events contribute to immigration spike.
Historic Surge in Immigration
The Biden administration has recorded a historic peak in net immigration numbers, surpassing previous records. From 2021 to 2023, the United States experienced an average annual net migration of 2.4 million people. This unprecedented influx is largely due to a significant increase in unauthorized immigration from countries like Honduras, Guatemala, and Mexico, adding pressure on immigration enforcement.
A Goldman Sachs report indicates that 60% of the recent immigration surge comprises illegal immigrants. The net migration during Biden’s tenure is expected to exceed eight million people, pointing to a massive demographic shift.
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— Danny Rivero (@TooMuchMe) January 15, 2024
Non-Detained Deportation Cases at an All-Time High
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Non-Detention Docket reported over 6.2 million cases for fiscal 2023, a 30.3% increase from the previous year. This reflects the Biden administration’s policy shifts at the Southwest Border, allowing expanded entry channels for diverse nations while retaining a focus on deporting individuals who are threats to public safety and national security.
Over 662,000 individuals on this docket have criminal records, including severe offenses like homicide and sexual assault. Despite this, the administration faces criticism for its inability to fully enforce deportations, with a significant number of unauthorized immigrants remaining in the country due to programs such as “Alternatives to Detention.”
Policy Influences and Global Events
President Biden’s immigration policies, characterized by a more accepting stance compared to his predecessor, are said to have facilitated the immigration surge. Additionally, international instability in regions like Haiti, Ukraine, and Venezuela prompted a wave of desperate migrants seeking refuge in the U.S. These factors, combined with established smuggler networks, have significantly contributed to the non-detained docket’s expansion.
As the administration assesses the legal complexities and hurdles of immigration enforcement, the focus remains on deporting those who pose threats to public safety and national security. Efforts to collaborate with intelligence and national security agencies aim to tackle the challenge of unauthorized immigrants, some of whom might be on terror watchlists.
