It is now official government policy to give preferential treatment to people who illegally enter the country over those who legally apply for the privilage.
Biden clears way for Venezuelan migrants to get work permits (nypost.com)
Normally it takes weeks to go through the visa and temporary work permit process But the process is already backlogged by LEGAL applicants .
Green Card Backlog is still huge in July: when will you get your interview? — Immigration Lawyer Blog — July 31, 2023
The new policy by Clueless Joe guarantees that preferential treatment will be given to law breakers.
Meanwhile there is a rate of 2000 illegals crossing over daily just at the Texas Eagle Pass.
Eagle Pass issues disaster declaration as more than 4,000 migrants cross over two days | TPR