House Republicans Introduce Bill to Reinstate Trump’s 'Remain in Mexico' Policy

Freshman Rep. Brandon Gill leads effort to codify the immigration policy, aiming to make it permanent under federal law.

The proposed 'REMAIN in Mexico Act of 2025' seeks to restore Trump-era Migrant Protection Protocols, requiring asylum-seekers to remain in Mexico until U.S. court hearings.
Rep. Brandon Gill, a first-term Republican from Texas, introduced the bill as his first legislative effort, with support from over 60 GOP co-sponsors.
Codifying the policy into law would prevent future administrations from easily overturning it, as President Biden did via executive order in 2021.
The bill reflects broader Republican efforts to address border security and immigration issues, which were central to their 2024 campaign promises.
Critics, including human rights groups, argue the policy creates unsafe conditions for migrants, while supporters claim it alleviates strain on U.S. border communities.