Overview

• Title 42, originally introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic, allowed for the swift removal of migrants to prevent the spread of diseases.
• The Trump administration is reportedly preparing to reinstate the policy, with the CDC expected to issue new guidance labeling migrants as public health risks.
• Diseases such as tuberculosis, measles, and respiratory illnesses are reportedly being cited as justification for the policy's return.
• The Biden administration had allowed Title 42 to expire in May 2023 after declaring an end to the public health emergency.
• Illegal border crossings have significantly decreased since Trump returned to office, with officials crediting stricter immigration policies.