politics
As immigration backlog rises, so do ICE's prospects
The Trump administration faces a growing backlog of legal immigration applications from foreigners outside the United States, as well as millions in the country and looking to change their legal status.
TL;DR
- The Trump administration is experiencing a growing backlog of legal immigration applications.
- A record 7.5 million people are waiting for U.S. citizenship, green cards, or work permits.
- An additional 4.4 million people have applied for asylum and other protections to remain in the U.S.