Court Challenge to Biden's Temporary Legal Status for Thousands in Immigration Policy

A policy implemented by the Biden administration that grants temporary legal status to thousands of individuals from Latin America and the Caribbean is facing a legal challenge from a group of Republican-leaning states. The humanitarian parole program allows up to 30,000 people from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela to enter the U.S. each month for urgent humanitarian reasons or significant public benefit. The program, which requires an online application process, financial sponsorship, and background checks, has admitted nearly 160,000 individuals since its announcement in January. The states argue that the policy is unlawful and will strain their resources, while supporters highlight the positive impact and benefits of the program. The court hearing on the program's legality is set to begin on Thursday.