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July 23, 2021 Memorandum on Unexpected Urgent Refugee and Migration Needs Pres. Joe Biden
July 22, 2021 Tweet - "Dreamers serve in the military and on the frontlines, earn degrees, and lead companies. They should not live with such uncertainty. Congress must create a pathway to citizenship through reconciliation or other means. I met with Dreamers and advocates to discuss the path forward." Kamala Harris
July 21, 2021 CNN "CNN Live Event/special" - Transcript: Interview with Joe Biden Pres. Joe Biden
July 17, 2021 Tweet - "To all the Dreamers out there experiencing fear and uncertainty, know that @POTUS and I believe strongly that your home is America. You deserve a permanent solution. Through Reconciliation or other means, the time is now for Congress to provide a pathway to citizenship." Kamala Harris
July 17, 2021 Tweet - "Yesterday's Federal court ruling is deeply disappointing. While the court's order does not now affect current DACA recipients, this decision nonetheless relegates hundreds of thousands of young immigrants to an uncertain future. It is my fervent hope that Congress will act." Pres. Joe Biden
July 17, 2021 Statement by President Joe Biden on DACA and Legislation for Dreamers Pres. Joe Biden
June 25, 2021 Tweet - "What happens at the border is directly connected to the work we are doing to address the root causes of migration from Central America. As I made clear during my trip to El Paso today, the President and I are committed to strengthening our immigration system at every level." Kamala Harris
June 25, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris During Meeting with Advocates from Faith-Based NGOs, and Shelter and Legal Service Providers Kamala Harris
June 25, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris, Secretary of Homeland Security Mayorkas, Chairman Durbin, and Representative Escobar in Press Gaggle Kamala Harris, ...
June 20, 2021 Tweet - "Today, I join people around the globe in commemorating World Refugee Day. When we take action to help refugees around the world, we honor our past and live up to our highest values -- it's who we are." Pres. Joe Biden
June 20, 2021 Statement by President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. on World Refugee Day Pres. Joe Biden
June 15, 2021 Statement by President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. on DACA Day Pres. Joe Biden
June 15, 2021 Tweet - "On this ninth anniversary of DACA, Dreamers deserve lasting stability in the only home they have ever known. Congress must find a way to pass legislation with a path to citizenship for Dreamers, farm workers, and TPS recipients." Pres. Joe Biden
June 15, 2021 Tweet - "Today, on the 9th anniversary of DACA, I met with Dreamers and other immigrant women who work in the care economy. We must protect DACA, and pass legislation to ensure a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers, farm workers, and TPS recipients." Kamala Harris
June 8, 2021 Blocking Property and Suspending Entry Into the United States of Certain Persons Contributing to the Destabilizing Situation in the Western Balkans Pres. Joe Biden
June 8, 2021 Tweet - "Today, President @lopezobrador_ and I discussed our shared interests in security, economic opportunity, vaccines, and migration. The United States sees Mexico as a partner on these issues. https://go.usa.gov/x6BH4" Kamala Harris
June 7, 2021 Tweet - ". @DrGiammattei , the President of Guatemala, and I just met to discuss our nations' shared priorities--in particular, addressing the root causes of migration. After our meeting, we made several significant announcements about the work ahead. https://go.usa.gov/x6ZRh" Kamala Harris
June 3, 2021 Tweet - "America is a nation of immigrants. Immigrants serve in our military, they start small businesses, raise families, invest in communities, and strengthen our country. This National Immigrant Heritage Month, we celebrate the history and contributions of our immigrant communities." Kamala Harris
June 2, 2021 Tweet - "America is -- and always will be -- a nation of immigrants. Our diversity makes us stronger. This National Immigrant Heritage Month, let's reaffirm and draw strength from that enduring identity and celebrate the history and achievements of immigrant communities around the country." Pres. Joe Biden
June 1, 2021 A Proclamation on National Caribbean-American Heritage Month, 2021 Pres. Joe Biden
June 1, 2021 A Proclamation on National Immigrant Heritage Month, 2021 Pres. Joe Biden
May 27, 2021 Tweet - "Addressing the root causes of migration from the Northern Triangle requires sustained economic growth and investment. The private sector has an important role to play. Today, I met with the leaders of companies and organizations that announced commitments to invest in the region." Kamala Harris
May 17, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris Before a Meeting with Members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Kamala Harris
May 17, 2021 Tweet - "Today, I met with members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus to get their input on our diplomatic efforts in the Northern Triangle and to discuss how we can work together to address the root causes of migration from the region." Kamala Harris
May 16, 2021 Tweet - "Last week I had the chance to meet with Dreamers in the Oval Office. These young people are part of the fabric of our nation and vital to our future. Congress needs to pass the U.S. Citizenship Act and create a path to citizenship for Dreamers, farm workers, and TPS holders now." Pres. Joe Biden
May 14, 2021 Tweet - "It's long past time Congress pass the U.S. Citizenship Act. Dreamers, farm workers, and TPS holders deserve a path to citizenship. Full stop." Pres. Joe Biden
May 13, 2021 Hearing of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee - Protecting Unaccompanied Children, Keeping Families Together at U.S. Southern Border Alejandro Mayorkas, ...
May 3, 2021 Statement by President Joe Biden on Refugee Admission Pres. Joe Biden
May 3, 2021 Tweet - "Families belong together. That's why I established a Family Reunification Task Force in my first weeks as president. We're working tirelessly to bring families together -- and this week we will begin to reunite the first of those families." Pres. Joe Biden
May 3, 2021 Tweet - "The U.S. Refugee Admissions Program embodies our commitment to protect the most vulnerable. It's a statement about who we are, and who we want to be. That's why today, I revised our annual cap from 15,000 -- a historic low set by the previous administration -- to 62,500." Pres. Joe Biden
May 3, 2021 Memorandum for the Secretary of State on the Emergency Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions for Fiscal Year 2021 Pres. Joe Biden
April 28, 2021 Tweet - "Immigration has always been essential to America. For more than 30 years, politicians have talked about immigration reform and done nothing about it. It's time to fix it." Pres. Joe Biden
April 28, 2021 Remarks by President Biden in Address to a Joint Session of Congress Pres. Joe Biden
April 26, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris and President Giammattei of the Republic of Guatemala Before Virtual Bilateral Meeting Kamala Harris
April 26, 2021 Tweet - "Today I hosted Guatemala President Giammattei for a virtual meeting. We're working together to address the immediate needs of the Guatemalan people, deliver relief, and deepen cooperation on migration. Over time I'm confident we can build a foundation of hope for a better future." Kamala Harris
April 22, 2021 Tweet - "To address the acute factors and root causes of migration, we're building a comprehensive strategy with governments, international institutions, the private sector, and community organizations. I met with foundation leaders to discuss their crucial work in the Northern Triangle." Kamala Harris
April 21, 2021 Tweet - "The Congressional Hispanic Caucus has been speaking up for the Latino community and all Americans since 1976. Yesterday, @POTUS and I met with CHC members to discuss how we can work together to address COVID, get shots in arms, create jobs, and fix our broken immigration system." Kamala Harris
April 20, 2021 Readout of Oval Office Meeting with Congressional Hispanic Caucus Leadership Pres. Joe Biden
April 15, 2021 Executive Order on Blocking Property with Respect to Specified Harmful Foreign Activities of the Government of the Russian Federation Pres. Joe Biden
April 14, 2021 Tweet - "Our work in the Northern Triangle is critically important--for the United States and the region. Today, I gathered experts to discuss the root causes of migration, establishing long-term partnerships, and building a more hopeful future for people in their own communities." Kamala Harris
April 14, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris at Virtual Roundtable of Experts on the Northern Triangle Kamala Harris
April 13, 2021 A Proclamation on Pan American Day and Pan American Week, 2021 Pres. Joe Biden
April 7, 2021 Readout of Vice President Kamala Harris Call with President Andrés Manuel López Obrador of Mexico Kamala Harris
April 7, 2021 Tweet - "I spoke with President López Obrador of Mexico today to thank him for his cooperation on migration issues. I look forward to working with him to address the root causes of migration by improving conditions for people in the region, including in southern Mexico." Kamala Harris
March 29, 2021 Tweet - "I met today with Special Envoy for the Northern Triangle, Ricardo Zúñiga. We are implementing our plan to engage the governments and people of the region, and address the root causes of migration from Central America. This will take time, but it's important and necessary work." Kamala Harris
March 25, 2021 Remarks by President Biden in Press Conference Pres. Joe Biden
March 24, 2021 Tweet - ". @POTUS asked me to lead our diplomatic work with Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras. To address the situation at the southern border, we have to address the root causes of migration. It won't be easy work--but it's necessary." Kamala Harris
March 21, 2021 Remarks by President Biden After Marine One Arrival Pres. Joe Biden
March 19, 2021 Tweet - "Dreamers and TPS holders are essential to our community and economy. Plain and simple. And we must lift barriers they face and provide a clear path to citizenship. Thank you to the House for passing the Dream and Promise Act and taking this critical first step." Kamala Harris
March 18, 2021 Tweet - "It's long past time Congress gives a path to citizenship for Dreamers and TPS recipients who strengthen our country and call our nation home. I strongly support the Dream and Promise Act and urge all members of the House to vote yes." Pres. Joe Biden
Date Title Politician
July 23, 2021 Memorandum on Unexpected Urgent Refugee and Migration Needs Pres.Joe Biden
July 22, 2021 Tweet - "Dreamers serve in the military and on the frontlines, earn degrees, and lead companies. They should not live with such uncertainty. Congress must create a pathway to citizenship through reconciliation or other means. I met with Dreamers and advocates to discuss the path forward." Kamala Harris
July 21, 2021 CNN "CNN Live Event/special" - Transcript: Interview with Joe Biden Pres.Joe Biden
July 17, 2021 Tweet - "To all the Dreamers out there experiencing fear and uncertainty, know that @POTUS and I believe strongly that your home is America. You deserve a permanent solution. Through Reconciliation or other means, the time is now for Congress to provide a pathway to citizenship." Kamala Harris
July 17, 2021 Tweet - "Yesterday's Federal court ruling is deeply disappointing. While the court's order does not now affect current DACA recipients, this decision nonetheless relegates hundreds of thousands of young immigrants to an uncertain future. It is my fervent hope that Congress will act." Pres.Joe Biden
July 17, 2021 Statement by President Joe Biden on DACA and Legislation for Dreamers Pres.Joe Biden
June 25, 2021 Tweet - "What happens at the border is directly connected to the work we are doing to address the root causes of migration from Central America. As I made clear during my trip to El Paso today, the President and I are committed to strengthening our immigration system at every level." Kamala Harris
June 25, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris During Meeting with Advocates from Faith-Based NGOs, and Shelter and Legal Service Providers Kamala Harris
June 25, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris, Secretary of Homeland Security Mayorkas, Chairman Durbin, and Representative Escobar in Press Gaggle Kamala Harris, ...
June 20, 2021 Tweet - "Today, I join people around the globe in commemorating World Refugee Day. When we take action to help refugees around the world, we honor our past and live up to our highest values -- it's who we are." Pres.Joe Biden
June 20, 2021 Statement by President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. on World Refugee Day Pres.Joe Biden
June 15, 2021 Statement by President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. on DACA Day Pres.Joe Biden
June 15, 2021 Tweet - "On this ninth anniversary of DACA, Dreamers deserve lasting stability in the only home they have ever known. Congress must find a way to pass legislation with a path to citizenship for Dreamers, farm workers, and TPS recipients." Pres.Joe Biden
June 15, 2021 Tweet - "Today, on the 9th anniversary of DACA, I met with Dreamers and other immigrant women who work in the care economy. We must protect DACA, and pass legislation to ensure a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers, farm workers, and TPS recipients." Kamala Harris
June 8, 2021 Blocking Property and Suspending Entry Into the United States of Certain Persons Contributing to the Destabilizing Situation in the Western Balkans Pres.Joe Biden
June 8, 2021 Tweet - "Today, President @lopezobrador_ and I discussed our shared interests in security, economic opportunity, vaccines, and migration. The United States sees Mexico as a partner on these issues. https://go.usa.gov/x6BH4" Kamala Harris
June 7, 2021 Tweet - ". @DrGiammattei , the President of Guatemala, and I just met to discuss our nations' shared priorities--in particular, addressing the root causes of migration. After our meeting, we made several significant announcements about the work ahead. https://go.usa.gov/x6ZRh" Kamala Harris
June 3, 2021 Tweet - "America is a nation of immigrants. Immigrants serve in our military, they start small businesses, raise families, invest in communities, and strengthen our country. This National Immigrant Heritage Month, we celebrate the history and contributions of our immigrant communities." Kamala Harris
June 2, 2021 Tweet - "America is -- and always will be -- a nation of immigrants. Our diversity makes us stronger. This National Immigrant Heritage Month, let's reaffirm and draw strength from that enduring identity and celebrate the history and achievements of immigrant communities around the country." Pres.Joe Biden
June 1, 2021 A Proclamation on National Caribbean-American Heritage Month, 2021 Pres.Joe Biden
June 1, 2021 A Proclamation on National Immigrant Heritage Month, 2021 Pres.Joe Biden
May 27, 2021 Tweet - "Addressing the root causes of migration from the Northern Triangle requires sustained economic growth and investment. The private sector has an important role to play. Today, I met with the leaders of companies and organizations that announced commitments to invest in the region." Kamala Harris
May 17, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris Before a Meeting with Members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Kamala Harris
May 17, 2021 Tweet - "Today, I met with members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus to get their input on our diplomatic efforts in the Northern Triangle and to discuss how we can work together to address the root causes of migration from the region." Kamala Harris
May 16, 2021 Tweet - "Last week I had the chance to meet with Dreamers in the Oval Office. These young people are part of the fabric of our nation and vital to our future. Congress needs to pass the U.S. Citizenship Act and create a path to citizenship for Dreamers, farm workers, and TPS holders now." Pres.Joe Biden
May 14, 2021 Tweet - "It's long past time Congress pass the U.S. Citizenship Act. Dreamers, farm workers, and TPS holders deserve a path to citizenship. Full stop." Pres.Joe Biden
May 13, 2021 Hearing of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee - Protecting Unaccompanied Children, Keeping Families Together at U.S. Southern Border Alejandro Mayorkas, ...
May 3, 2021 Statement by President Joe Biden on Refugee Admission Pres.Joe Biden
May 3, 2021 Tweet - "Families belong together. That's why I established a Family Reunification Task Force in my first weeks as president. We're working tirelessly to bring families together -- and this week we will begin to reunite the first of those families." Pres.Joe Biden
May 3, 2021 Tweet - "The U.S. Refugee Admissions Program embodies our commitment to protect the most vulnerable. It's a statement about who we are, and who we want to be. That's why today, I revised our annual cap from 15,000 -- a historic low set by the previous administration -- to 62,500." Pres.Joe Biden
May 3, 2021 Memorandum for the Secretary of State on the Emergency Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions for Fiscal Year 2021 Pres.Joe Biden
April 28, 2021 Tweet - "Immigration has always been essential to America. For more than 30 years, politicians have talked about immigration reform and done nothing about it. It's time to fix it." Pres.Joe Biden
April 28, 2021 Remarks by President Biden in Address to a Joint Session of Congress Pres.Joe Biden
April 26, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris and President Giammattei of the Republic of Guatemala Before Virtual Bilateral Meeting Kamala Harris
April 26, 2021 Tweet - "Today I hosted Guatemala President Giammattei for a virtual meeting. We're working together to address the immediate needs of the Guatemalan people, deliver relief, and deepen cooperation on migration. Over time I'm confident we can build a foundation of hope for a better future." Kamala Harris
April 22, 2021 Tweet - "To address the acute factors and root causes of migration, we're building a comprehensive strategy with governments, international institutions, the private sector, and community organizations. I met with foundation leaders to discuss their crucial work in the Northern Triangle." Kamala Harris
April 21, 2021 Tweet - "The Congressional Hispanic Caucus has been speaking up for the Latino community and all Americans since 1976. Yesterday, @POTUS and I met with CHC members to discuss how we can work together to address COVID, get shots in arms, create jobs, and fix our broken immigration system." Kamala Harris
April 20, 2021 Readout of Oval Office Meeting with Congressional Hispanic Caucus Leadership Pres.Joe Biden
April 15, 2021 Executive Order on Blocking Property with Respect to Specified Harmful Foreign Activities of the Government of the Russian Federation Pres.Joe Biden
April 14, 2021 Tweet - "Our work in the Northern Triangle is critically important--for the United States and the region. Today, I gathered experts to discuss the root causes of migration, establishing long-term partnerships, and building a more hopeful future for people in their own communities." Kamala Harris
April 14, 2021 Remarks by Vice President Harris at Virtual Roundtable of Experts on the Northern Triangle Kamala Harris
April 13, 2021 A Proclamation on Pan American Day and Pan American Week, 2021 Pres.Joe Biden
April 7, 2021 Readout of Vice President Kamala Harris Call with President Andrés Manuel López Obrador of Mexico Kamala Harris
April 7, 2021 Tweet - "I spoke with President López Obrador of Mexico today to thank him for his cooperation on migration issues. I look forward to working with him to address the root causes of migration by improving conditions for people in the region, including in southern Mexico." Kamala Harris
March 29, 2021 Tweet - "I met today with Special Envoy for the Northern Triangle, Ricardo Zúñiga. We are implementing our plan to engage the governments and people of the region, and address the root causes of migration from Central America. This will take time, but it's important and necessary work." Kamala Harris
March 25, 2021 Remarks by President Biden in Press Conference Pres.Joe Biden
March 24, 2021 Tweet - ". @POTUS asked me to lead our diplomatic work with Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras. To address the situation at the southern border, we have to address the root causes of migration. It won't be easy work--but it's necessary." Kamala Harris
March 21, 2021 Remarks by President Biden After Marine One Arrival Pres.Joe Biden
March 19, 2021 Tweet - "Dreamers and TPS holders are essential to our community and economy. Plain and simple. And we must lift barriers they face and provide a clear path to citizenship. Thank you to the House for passing the Dream and Promise Act and taking this critical first step." Kamala Harris
March 18, 2021 Tweet - "It's long past time Congress gives a path to citizenship for Dreamers and TPS recipients who strengthen our country and call our nation home. I strongly support the Dream and Promise Act and urge all members of the House to vote yes." Pres.Joe Biden
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