The Biden administration has been trying to use its executive authority to address this intractable problem. But ultimately, any real solution has to come out of Congress because our immigration system is broken. We know that immigration has been a political non-starter because the Republicans and Democrats are so polarized on this issue.
For the past three years, the United States has relied on Title 42, a pandemic restriction that has allowed the swift expulsion of many migrants at the southern border. But by the end of the week, that rule will expire.
Miriam Jordan, who covers immigration for The Times, explains what that will mean on both sides of the border.
Guest: Miriam Jordan, a national correspondent covering immigration for The New York Times.
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