Despite a doubling in screening interviews and asylum rejections, data from the Department of Homeland Security indicates that President Biden’s tougher asylum policies have not curbed the influx of migrants at the U.S. border. While U.S. officers have expedited screenings since May, the lack of resources to detain and process migrants means only a fraction are screened, highlighting the challenges in addressing the root causes of illegal immigration. The failed bipartisan Senate border bill, which aimed to bolster deportation capacity and increase staffing for asylum officers, underscores the ongoing political deadlock. As the Biden administration faces pressure to address border challenges, the latest statistics underscore the need for significant resource allocation to effectively manage asylum claims and reduce illegal border crossings.

Source: Washington post