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Supreme Court rules asylum seekers may be turned around, siding with Trump
By Zach Schonfeld, Rebecca Beitsch, and The Hill at KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled 6-3 along ideological lines that the government may legally turn back asylum seekers who are attempting to reach a port of entry before they hit U.S. soil, greenlighting a now-rescinded immigration policy that the Trump administration wants the right to potenti...
Key takeaway The policy, called “metering,” began under former President Obama and [...
Why this matters in The El Paso
In El Paso , where the international border is a constant presence, the Supreme Court's ruling on asylum seekers has significant implications. The city's ports of entry are often overwhelmed with migrants seeking to claim asylum, and the "metering" policy has been used in the past to limit the number of people who can enter the country. This ruling could lead to increased wait times and crowds at ports of entry, straining local resources and infrastructure. El Paso's community has long been at the forefront of the national conversation on immigration, and this decision will likely be felt deeply by local residents, businesses, and organizations that provide support services to migrants. The city's ability to respond to the needs of asylum seekers will be an important factor to watch in the coming months.
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Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
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