US To Halt Deportation of Gays in Bi-National Marriages

The Obama Administration has announced that it will suspend deportation proceedings on those who pose no threat to national security and instead, focus on criminals and those who have "flagrantly violated immigration laws."  This will provide relief, on a case-by-case basis, for many young people who would qualify for the Dream Act if it were enacted.  It would also end deportation proceedings against gay and lesbian immigrants who are legally married to same-sex partners, and it may extend to others in same-sex partnerships.  This is a great step forward.