The Journal. Why Biden Is Cracking Down on Asylum at the Border
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Jun 6, 2024 
Michelle Hackman, a WSJ reporter specializing in immigration policy, dives into President Biden's recent crackdown on asylum seekers at the southern border. She discusses how this new policy echoes past measures from the Trump administration and examines its timing amidst voter concerns about illegal migration. Hackman analyzes the legal challenges Biden faces and the political ramifications as he approaches the upcoming election, shedding light on the complexities of U.S. immigration and border security.
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Voter Concerns on Immigration
- Illegal immigration is a top concern for voters, even above the economy and inflation, according to a Wall Street Journal poll.
- Voters feel that border issues, once distant, now personally affect them, influencing their opinions.
Biden's New Immigration Policy
- President Biden implemented a new policy to deter illegal border crossings, focusing on asylum seekers.
- Republicans see this issue as their strongest weapon against Biden, pushing his administration to act.
Failed Bipartisan Border Deal
- A bipartisan group of senators attempted to negotiate a border solution, but Republicans rejected the deal as too lenient.
- This rejection forced the White House to formulate a new plan.