No Immigration Reform by Obama Administration Expected Anytime Soon

Ever since Barack Obama became a viable candidate for the presidency, immigrant communities and activists have had increased hope for immigration reform that would help millions of undocumented immigrants remain in the United States.

But according to a story reported by Reuters, Vice President Joe Biden recently told Costa Rican leaders in a press conference that, essentially, immigration reform is not an urgent matter at this time. This, despite what was said during President Obama's election campaign that he supported comprehensive immigration reform.

This may be the first definitive statement on the matter to come out of the Obama administration. Until now, many were still holding out hope for immigration reform in the near future, despite the economic concerns of the country.

For the whole story, see http://www.reuters.com/article/politicsNews/idUSTRE52T7SE20090330