Although the power to deport unauthorized immigrants lies in the executive branch of the national government, which one the following entities has the power to change immigration policies?

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Congress is the entity that has the power to change immigration policies. They can pass bills that affect immigration laws, such as the DREAM Act or changes to visa programs. The president can also propose immigration policies, but ultimately it is up to Congress to pass them into law. The Supreme Court can interpret immigration laws and make rulings on their constitutionality, but they cannot change the policies themselves. Two-thirds of the states do not have the power to directly change immigration policies. Voters can influence their elected officials to support certain policies, but they do not have direct power to change them.

Although the Power to Deport Unauthorized Immigrants Lies in the Executive