White House weighs immigration relief for spouses of US citizens

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The White House is weighing ways to provide temporary legal status and work permits to immigrants in the U.S. illegally who are married to American citizens, three sources familiar with the matter said on Monday, a move that could energize some Democrats ahead of the November elections.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Democratic lawmakers and advocacy groups have pressured President Joe Biden to take steps to protect immigrants in the country illegally as Biden simultaneously considers executive actions to reduce illegal border crossings. Immigration has emerged as a top voter concern, especially among Republicans ahead of the Nov. 5 election pitting Biden, a Democrat, against his Republican predecessor, Donald Trump.

A White House spokesperson said the administration "is constantly evaluating possible policy options" but declined to confirm discussions around specific actions."The administration remains committed to ensuring those who are eligible for relief can receive it quickly and to building an immigration system that is fairer and more humane," the spokesperson said.The Wall Street Journal first reported the possible moves.An estimated 1.1 million immigrants in the U.S.

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