Washington, DC – The Interfaith Immigration Coalition applauds President Biden’s issuance of the FY 2025 Presidential Determination, with an admissions goal of resettling 125,000 refugees over the next year. After historic lows under the previous administration, the Biden Administration has made incredible progress in rebuilding the U.S. refugee admissions program […]
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Washington, DC – Faith Leaders from across different traditions and members of the Interfaith Immigration Coalition denounce the Biden administration’s Final Rule to “Secure the Border,” which would solidify restrictions on asylum access at the U.S. southern border. The regulation is tied to the number of border encounters, which it […]
Faith leaders Across Traditions are United in Welcoming Haitians and All People Seeking Safety and Refuge Washington, DC – Following the recent false statements targeting Haitians in Springfield, Ohio, several faith leaders denounced the statements as dehumanizing, racist, and incongruent to the sacred call to love our neighbor as we […]
Washington, DC – On June 4, 2024, President Biden announced a new Proclamation and Interim Final Rule allowing the administration to temporarily suspend access to asylum for most people who arrive at the border between ports of entry to seek protection once arrivals surpass a daily average of 2,500 over […]
Washington, DC – Today, President Biden announced bold new steps to enable undocumented immigrants married to U.S. citizens to work lawfully and overcome obstacles to living to their fullest potential. This process will keep families together and bring broader economic and social benefits to the nation. People around the country […]