A Federal Court maintains President Joe Biden's humanitarian parole that offers immigrants opportunities to remain in the United States for humanitarian reasons.

Which countries qualify for humanitarian parole?

This immigration policy of President Biden applies to immigrants from countries such as Venezuela, Nicaragua, Cuba and Haiti.


 The Federal Court's decision represents a significant blow to the group of states, including Texas, that launched a legal challenge against the initiative, claiming it was “a burden on their financial resources.”


 U.S. District Judge Drew B. Tipton found that the plaintiff states, led by Texas, could not demonstrate the financial harm necessary to claim standing.


 The states argued that allowing up to 30,000 immigrants a month would lead to increased costs in healthcare, education and public safety.  However, the judge's ruling focused on the lack of legitimation of the states, ignoring the legality of the program.

What is humanitarian parole?

Launched in fall 2022, the humanitarian parole initiative is a key element of the Biden administration's immigration strategy.


 It aims to provide a legal avenue for asylum seekers, with the aim of easing border pressures and mitigating labor shortages in the United States, according to The Associated Press.


 To date, the program has benefited more than 357,000 people, with Haitians being the largest group of beneficiaries.

What are the requirements to apply for humanitarian parole?

To participate, immigrants must fill out an online application, find a financial sponsor in the United States and arrive by plane. 


 Approved people receive a stay of two years and are eligible for work permits.  This process has facilitated family reunifications and allowed immigrants to enter the workforce, and many have quickly found success in their new communities.


 The White House praised the court's decision, highlighting the program's effectiveness in reducing unauthorized border crossings and the benefits of legally admitting migrants into the United States.


 The ruling reinforces the administration's dedication to a humane and orderly immigration system, amid criticism of creating a "shadow immigration system."

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