The Daily Biden’s Hard-Line Effort to Close the Border
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Jun 11, 2024 
Zolan Kanno-Youngs, a White House correspondent for The New York Times, delves into President Biden's new hard-line immigration policies. He discusses the reasoning behind restricting asylum for migrants at the southern border amid a surge in crossings. The conversation highlights the political tensions within the Democratic Party, as moderates back these measures to alleviate voter concerns, while progressives voice their apprehensions. Kanno-Youngs also reflects on the broader implications of these policy changes for border communities and humanitarian obligations.
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Asylum Suspension
- Biden's executive order suspends asylum at the southwest border, impacting migrants' ability to seek safe haven.
- This marks a significant change from the long-standing practice of allowing those on U.S. soil to seek asylum.
Shifting Demographics
- Migrants now primarily consist of families and children from Central America seeking asylum.
- This demographic shift contrasts with earlier trends of single men from Mexico seeking work.
Political Strategy
- Biden's executive action aims to address voter concerns about rising border crossings.
- This is a political move to mitigate a key issue for voters in the upcoming election.