Introduction
The concept of deportation for legally admitted immigrants can be quite confusing. This article aims to clarify the confusion by explaining the legal implications and circumstances under which a legally admitted immigrant can be deported.
Understanding the Legal Grounds for Deportation
As per Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), an individual who is labeled as "deportable" can be removed from the United States for violating the law or failing to adhere to their visa status.
Entering Illegally or Staying Beyond the Allowed Period
Even if an immigrant enters the United States legally, they can still be deported if they enter illegally or stay beyond the allowed period. The Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) specifically states, 'Any alien who is present in the United States in violation of this chapter or any other law of the United States or whose nonimmigrant visa or other documentation authorizing admission into the United States as a nonimmigrant has been revoked is deportable.' This means that any violation of immigration laws can lead to deportation, regardless of the immigrant's legal entry.
Nonimmigrant Visa Violations
Even if an immigrant is legally admitted as a nonimmigrant, they can still face deportation if they fail to maintain the status in which they were admitted or to comply with any of the conditions associated with their status. Under 8 USC 1227(a)(1)(C)(i), any alien who was admitted as a nonimmigrant and who fails to maintain that nonimmigrant status or comply with the conditions of that status is considered deportable.
Amnesty Hearsings and Legal Remedies
Legally admitted immigrants can remain in the US until they attend an amnesty hearing or miss their hearing. Various suggestions have been made by the Biden and Harris administration to improve this process. These include hiring more border agents to conduct hearings more promptly, and even holding hearings on the other side of the border in cooperation with Mexican authorities.
Challenges to Law Enforcement
However, challenges to law enforcement often arise from political forces that aim to prevent agencies from enforcing their duties. This includes defunding and destroying the relevant agencies responsible for upholding immigration laws and requirements. The government's attempt to deny states the right to enforce sovereignty and self-defense further complicate matters.
The Dilemma of Sovereign Protection
The savior complex is often invoked when the nation is in dire need of legal system overhaul. However, this complex often undermines the sovereign legal protection and independence that states are entitled to. The destruction of legal and sovereign structures is real when individuals and states are overly dependent on government propaganda and media narratives rather than on their own legal and sovereign frameworks.
Conclusion
Deportation of legally admitted immigrants is a complex issue with numerous legal and political implications. Immigrants who wish to stay in the US must understand the legal requirements and their rights. Moreover, the US government must work toward a fair and transparent system that respects both the law and individual rights.