U.S. immigration policy

U.S. immigration policy regulates how people from other countries can enter, live, and work in the United States. It includes laws that define visas for different purposes (like work or study), asylum processes for those seeking refuge, and pathways to citizenship for immigrants. The policy aims to balance border security with humanitarian considerations and economic needs. Over the years, it has evolved through legislation, shifting political priorities, and public opinion, impacting millions of people seeking a better life in America while addressing domestic concerns about security and resources.