Biden grants temporary reprieve from deportation for Palestinians living in the US

A recent memo reveals that US President Joe Biden has authorized temporary protection from deportation for Palestinians residing in the United States amidst the ongoing conflict abroad.

The decision comes as the White House encounters significant pressure from the Arab-American community concerning the Gaza situation.

“In light of the ongoing conflict and humanitarian needs on the ground, President Biden signed a memorandum directing the deferral of removal of certain Palestinians who are present in the United States, giving them a temporary safe haven,” National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said in a statement Wednesday.

“Specifically, President Biden is granting deferred enforced departure for 18 months to Palestinians that are currently in the United States,” the statement continues.

Individuals with felony convictions or deemed to pose a public safety risk are ineligible for deferred enforced departure.