Biden Imposes New Asylum Restrictions at U.S.-Mexico Border

Executive order limits asylum eligibility amid high illegal crossings, sparking political debate and potential legal challenges.

New policy restricts asylum for migrants crossing illegally when daily encounters exceed 2,500 for seven days.
Exceptions include lawful residents, unaccompanied children, and severe trafficking victims.
The order aims to reduce border crossings and alleviate the backlog of asylum cases.
Republicans criticize the move as insufficient; Democrats are divided on the approach.
Legal challenges are anticipated, with comparisons to similar actions under the Trump administration.