Pres. Biden Pauses Many Deportations, Narrows ICE Arrest Priorities

The video discusses the Biden administration's changes to immigration enforcement, including a 100-day deportation freeze and new arrest priorities. It highlights the story of Morales, an undocumented immigrant, and how these changes affect her family. The new guidelines focus on national security threats and recent illegal border crossings. The video also covers political reactions, including a lawsuit by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who argues the changes could increase illegal immigration.

What significant change did the Biden administration implement regarding immigration enforcement?

• Decreased border security

• Expanded deportation criteria

• Narrowed ICE arrest priorities and a 100-day deportation freeze

• Increased ICE arrests

Why did Morales move to the US, and what was her immigration status?

• To join her family legally

• To escape an abusive household and overstayed her visa

• For educational purposes with a student visa

• For work opportunities with a work visa

Under the new guidelines, which group is NOT a priority for deportation?

• Families like Morales' without criminal records

• Recent illegal border crossers

• National security threats

• Individuals with aggravated felony convictions

What is the main criticism from Republican leaders regarding the new immigration policy?

• It encourages illegal immigration

• It strengthens border security

• It increases deportations

• It reduces national security

Who filed a lawsuit against the deportation freeze, and why?

• Florida Attorney General, citing increased crime rates

• New York Attorney General, for humanitarian reasons

• Texas Attorney General, claiming it encourages illegal immigration

• California Attorney General, due to economic concerns