Illegal Immigration
Illegal Immigration The problem of illegal immigration in the United States is one that many Americans consider to be grave, and requiring change. However, to prevent illegal immigrants from entering the United States is more complicated than most Americans understand. It not only requires the strengthening of the borders, but a complete reform of the immigration system of the country. The current immigration system is broken and remains conducive to illegal immigrants crossing the border by illegal means, mostly because the same illegal immigrants have no way of legally entering the country. This overabundance of illegal immigrants causes many Americans to fear for their job security and, for many, the prominence and rights of legal U.S. citizens.
Additionally, illegal immigration generally does not pose the threat that many Americans associate with illegal immigrants. While there are many illegal immigrants that may be criminals or terrorist, the majority of immigrants enter the country in hopes of a new chance at life, or to escape persecution or destitution. Without proper immigration reform, the illegal immigrants residing in the country will experience undue stress and prejudice in the workplace. Additionally, these immigrants must live in fear of deportation or detainment, as a “notice to appear” in immigration court may lead to a judge’s determination of removability.
* Documenting already existing illegal immigrants can be an answer to the many illegal immigrants living in the United States. The new Presidential administration claims to support a system where illegal immigration is addressed, where immigrants living in hiding can come out, pay a fine, learn English, and work towards naturalization as a United States citizen
* If immigration is reformed to allow illegal immigrants to obtain protective guarantees, these immigrants can begin paying taxes and living as a functional, productive part of society.
* Illegal immigrants would benefit greatly for an improved route to citizenship. This would encourage the immigrants to fight against the dangerous immigrants remaining off the grid.
* Reforming immigration policy would benefit the struggling US economy. Illegal immigrants would be able to enter the workforce as lawful permanent residents of the United States, driving up the salary for American jobs everywhere. Additionally, companies offering jobs to immigrants may receive governmental benefits in the future, creating incentive for both companies and immigrants to seek immigration policy reform.
* Currently, illegal immigration is a large problem in the United States. However, the struggles that illegal immigrants face are also very real. They experience prejudice and unfairness not only in the workplace, but in society as well.
Immigrating to the United States, whether done legally or illegally, is a chance for the immigrant to start a new life. Living in fear of deportation or detainment forces these illegal immigrants to take risks that may threaten their life. For the benefit of illegal immigrants and Americans alike, immigration reform will change the way our country approaches immigration, and change the quality of life for immigrants and Americans for the better.