President Biden’s New Parole-in-Place Program

On June 18, 2024, President Biden announced executive action in the form of a new Parole in Place program for certain spouses of U.S. citizens. Parole in place is an immigration provision that allows certain noncitizens, who are already in the U.S. without a lawful entry or admission, to apply for lawful permanent residence without having to leave the country. This process is particularly crucial for maintaining family unity by avoiding long and stressful separations that traditional immigration procedures often entail.