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The Trump administration has undercut the US asylum program. These 3 charts show how
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· July 30, 2026
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Key takeaway A new rule impacts applications handled by a branch of the Homeland Security Department.
In recent developments, a change affects those seeking refuge. A new rule impacts applications handled by a branch of the Homeland Security Department. This could lead to more denials of permission to stay in the country.
The impact of this change is expected to be significant, with hundreds of thousands of applications potentially being sent to immigration courts. This is part of a larger trend of limiting access to asylum. Further information on this development is available from local news sources, including details on the specific rule and its implications for those seeking asylum.
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Category: government Published: July 30, 2026 Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In recent developments, a change affects those seeking refuge. A new rule impacts applications handled by a branch of the Homeland Security Department. This could lead to more denials of permission…
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