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Los Angeles Times
Federal rule shifts asylum cases
The Trump administration announced a new policy allowing USCIS asylum officers to refer certain asylum applicants directly to immigration judges for removal proceedings, potentially affecting up to 444,000 cases in backlog. The rule aims to streamline immigration processes but critics argue it increases the risk of deporting individuals who followed legal procedures. The change takes effect immediately, with a public comment period ongoing.
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