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Supreme Court clears way for Trump administration to revive restrictive policy for asylum seekers
By Associated Press at El Paso Matters
· June 25, 2026
· 4 min read
By Lindsay Whitehurst / Associated Press
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court cleared the way Thursday for the Trump administration to potentially revive an immigration policy once used to turn back migrants seeking asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border.
The justices, in a 6-3 decision, overturned a l...
Key takeaway The Trump administration said it was necessary to deal with an increase of asylum seekers at the border.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The Supreme Court's decision to clear the way for the Trump administration to revive its restrictive policy for asylum seekers has significant implications for El Paso , a city that has borne the brunt of migrant arrivals at the US-Mexico border. The policy, which limited the number of people who could apply for asylum each day, had previously created a humanitarian crisis in the city, with thousands of people settling in makeshift shelters to await their turn. If the policy is revived, El Paso can expect to see a similar surge in migrant arrivals, putting a strain on local resources and infrastructure. The city's shelters and social services may be overwhelmed, and local residents may face increased demands on their charitable efforts. As the Department of Homeland Security considers whether to revive the policy, El Paso residents and officials will be watching closely to see how the decision will affect their community.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: El Paso Matters ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? By Lindsay Whitehurst / Associated Press
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court cleared the way Thursday for the Trump administration to potentially revive an immigration policy once used to turn back migrants seeking asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border.
The justices, in a 6-3 decision, overturned a l...
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