US Congress asked to update 'woefully outdated' immigration system

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:16am on 29 Aug 2023,Tuesday International

The Biden administration has urged Congress to modernize the outdated immigration system, including stagnant temporary visa programs, according to White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre. She emphasized the need for legislative updates to address the 21st-century economic landscape. Currently, workers on specific temporary visas must find new employment or depart the US within 60 days. President Biden prioritized immigration reform on his first day in office, highlighting the pressing need to address the broken system. The administration's call for action underscores the significance of adapting immigration laws to the current economic and social context.

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