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Supreme Court sides with Trump administration on asylum policy at U.S.-Mexico border
By Diana Castillo at KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Immigration advocates in El Paso are raising concerns after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled Thursday that migrants waiting in Mexico who have not entered the United States are not entitled to apply for asylum from there. In a 6-3 decision in Mullin v. Al Otro Lado, the court ...
Key takeaway Supreme Court ruled Thursday that migrants waiting in Mexico who have not entered the United States are not entitled to apply for asylum from there.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The Supreme Court's decision in Mullin v. Al Otro Lado will have significant implications for El Paso, a city that has long been a major crossing point for migrants seeking asylum in the United States. Local immigration advocates are bracing for an increase in migrants waiting in Mexico, which could put a strain on resources in neighboring Ciudad Juárez. El Paso's own social services and non-profit organizations may also face increased demand, as they often provide support to migrants waiting to enter the United States. The city's experience in handling large numbers of asylum seekers in recent years will be tested, and local officials will need to work closely with federal authorities to manage the situation. As the full effects of the decision become clear, El Pasoans will be watching to see how the city's unique position on the U.S.-Mexico border is affected.
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Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Immigration advocates in El Paso are raising concerns after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled Thursday that migrants waiting in Mexico who have not entered the United States are not entitled to apply for asylum from there. In a 6-3 decision in Mullin v. Al Otro Lado, the court ...
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