Fine Judaica Blog / Immigration Reform

Americans are becoming more accepting of increased immigration to the U.S. than they were a few years ago. Although the majority of Americans were not in favor of increased immigration, especially after the 9/11 terrorist attacks, 23% of Americans currently support it, the highest percent of pro-immigration Americans ever recorded by Gallup.

“Americans More Pro-Immigration Than in Past”: Gallup.com, July 11, 2013 http://www.gallup.com/poll/163457/americans-pro-immigration-past.aspx

President Obama’s announcement on June 15th 2012, means that the Department of Homeland Security will stop all deportation of young immigrants that meet certain criteria and conditions. 

The ugly debate over immigration reform sometimes overshadows the heartwrenching decisions which Immigration Judges and the Appellate Courts  address on a daily basis. Judge Pregerson's dissenting opinion in a recent unpublished Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals decision highlights the harsh consequences that follow when Courts apply an inflexible approach to interpreting complex immigration laws.

A new version of the Entrepreneur Visa bill provides hope for overseas investors seeking to invest or start up businesses in the United States. The bill if passed would provide an alternative to the EB5 investor visa which has rigorous employment creation and  capital investment requirements in order to qualify for permanent resident Status ( green card).

There is talk of reviving bi-partisan Immigration Reform discussions between Republicans and Democrats.See the enclosed article regarding talks between Senators Schumer and Graham.