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Biden Administration Restarts CHNV Parole Program with Enhanced Vetting for 30,000 Migrants Monthly

Aug 29, 2024, 05:30 PM

The Biden administration has decided to restart the CHNV parole program, which allows migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela to enter the U.S. with the help of a sponsor. This program was previously paused due to concerns of widespread fraud, as an internal review found that applicants had used repetitive and false information. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is now seeking volunteers to help process applications, despite the program's history of fraud. The program will include enhanced vetting procedures, such as a fingerprint requirement for sponsors, to address past issues. The CHNV program permits up to 30,000 migrants to fly directly into the U.S. each month, potentially affecting half a million migrants.