The Biden Administration is launching a pilot program that will allow Americans to welcome and support refugees entering the country.  The new initiative, entitled the Welcome Corps, will allow private citizens to welcome refugees approved for resettlement through the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP).

U.S. Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) Director Ur Jaddou stated that an increase in appropriations would enable the agency to address its backlog and expanding duties.