Today, Explained Ukrainians (and Russians) meet US Border Patrol
Mar 30, 2022
Gustavo Solis, a border reporter for KPBS, and Steph Kite, an immigration policy reporter for Axios, delve into the complexities of asylum seekers at the U.S. southern border. They discuss the disparate treatment of Ukrainian migrants, who are fast-tracked, compared to Central Americans facing hurdles. As tensions rise, the unusual migration patterns of Russians amidst the conflict are highlighted. The hosts critique the Biden administration's immigration policies under Title 42, raising questions about fairness and systemic bias in asylum processes.
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Visa Difficulties Lead to Border Crossing Attempts
- Russians and Ukrainians exploit Mexico's easier travel access to the US.
- They drive to the US border, attempting to cross due to visa difficulties.
Blending In
- Russians previously exploited their appearance to blend in with Americans at the border.
- Driving nice cars, they were often waved through initially, bypassing the yellow line.
Disparate Treatment at the Border
- While a Mexican transgender woman and a Honduran mother were denied asylum under Title 42, three Ukrainians were admitted.
- This simultaneous occurrence highlights the disparate treatment based on nationality.