Democratic Senators Urge Biden to Strengthen Migrant Protections Before Trump Presidency

Lawmakers push for Temporary Protected Status extensions and DACA renewals to shield immigrants from potential mass deportations under the incoming administration.

Democratic senators are calling on President Biden to extend Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for migrants from countries like Nicaragua, El Salvador, and Ecuador before leaving office.
The senators also seek expedited Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) renewals to protect Dreamers from deportation under President-elect Trump’s administration.
Over 1 million migrants currently rely on TPS, which allows them to legally stay and work in the U.S. if their home countries are deemed unsafe.
The Biden administration is reportedly considering actions to extend protections but faces internal debates over political risks and feasibility.
Immigrant advocates warn that failure to act could leave vulnerable communities at risk of deportation and destabilize families and local economies.