Trump Administration Reinstates Program For Seriously Ill Immigrants

The Department of Homeland Security announced the reinstatement of the deferred action program, allowing undocumented immigrants with serious medical conditions to stay in the US temporarily for treatment. The program, which was abruptly ended by the Trump administration, requires renewal every two years. The termination without notice led to public outrage and calls for reconsideration. USCIS initially reopened 400 pending requests, and the recent announcement marks a full policy reversal.

What is the purpose of the deferred action program mentioned in the DHS announcement?

• To allow immigrants to stay in the US for medical treatment

• To grant citizenship to undocumented immigrants

• To provide financial aid to immigrants

• To offer employment opportunities to immigrants

What action did the Trump administration take regarding the deferred action program?

• They ended the program abruptly

• They made the program permanent

• They expanded the program

• They increased funding for the program

How did the public and lawmakers react to the termination of the deferred action program?

• They supported the decision

• They were indifferent

• They proposed a new program

• They urged officials to reconsider

What was the initial response of USCIS after the program was ended?

• They ignored the pending requests

• They reopened about 400 pending requests

• They increased the number of requests

• They closed all pending requests

What does the recent announcement by USCIS signify?

• A temporary suspension

• An increase in application fees

• A complete policy reversal

• A partial policy change