New York Congressman Urges Biden to Consider Easing Canada U.S. Border Restrictions

The Canada-U.S. border near Lacolle, Que., is seen on March 20, 2020. One Capitol Hill lawmaker is ramping up the pressure on President Joe Biden to begin reopening the Canada-U.S. border. Ryan Remiorz/The Canadian Press

WASHINGTON—One Capitol Hill lawmaker is ramping up the pressure on President Joe Biden to begin reopening the Canada-U.S. border.

New York congressman Brian Higgins wants the White House to prioritize easing border restrictions by the Memorial Day long weekend at the end of May.