“The system works, enforcement is the problem”
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The U.S. immigration system comprises laws, agencies, and procedures governing who can enter, work, and settle in the country. Debate over whether it is "beyond repair" centers on whether the system can be reformed through targeted policy changes or requires fundamental restructuring—with disagreements spanning border security, legal immigration pathways, asylum processing, and enforcement priorities. This question has intensified as immigration remains a top political concern, with both major parties proposing competing visions for reform.