^I don't think Ianus meant 245i was necessary for overstays adjusting through marriage. If you are an overstay, the only way you can adjust is through marriage. If you are an overstay with 245i, other options become open for you in regards to adjusting through employment avenues, etc.
Obviously, if you EWI, 245i will allow you to adjust through marriage, whereas if you EWI and you don't have 245i, the only option is through the waiver process.
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