The Daily A Big Policy Change at the Border
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May 9, 2023 Miriam Jordan, a national correspondent for The New York Times specializing in immigration, shares her insights on the imminent expiration of Title 42 and its implications for the U.S.-Mexico border. She discusses the expected surge of asylum seekers and how new Biden administration policies will reshape immigration processes. The complexities faced by migrants, including legal hurdles and personal tragedies, are also examined. Overall, Jordan highlights the urgent need for comprehensive immigration reform in the face of changing border dynamics.
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Title 42 and Asylum Procedures
- Title 42, enacted during the Trump administration, was used to expedite migrant expulsions at the border.
- It bypassed traditional asylum procedures, raising concerns about due process.
Border Scene: Confusion and Desperation
- Migrants are amassing at the border, some hoping to cross before Title 42 lifts, others anticipating easier entry afterward.
- Confusion and desperation are rampant, with some children begging and families sleeping on sidewalks.
Biden's Plan and Asylum System Strain
- The Biden administration aims to change asylum rules to manage the influx of migrants.
- The current system is overwhelmed by a backlog of cases, some from unqualified applicants exploiting the process.