DHS opens new pathway for Central American migrants to reach U.S.

The Department of Homeland Security has opened a new avenue for migrants from Central America to reach the U.S. without skirting the border, announcing the start Friday of a parole program that will let people jump the green card line and enter earlier.

The program applies to people from Colombia, El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras who have already been approved for immigration as relatives of U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents, but who are waiting for a slot to open.

They will be allowed to enter on a three-year pass,...