Trump's SHOCKING Asylum Ban: Deportations Without a Hearing!

2025-05-16 18:00:21.499

Asylum seekers from around the globe—Eritrea, Guatemala, Pakistan, Afghanistan, and many more—arrive at the US border seeking refuge from persecution. However, under President Trump's new executive orders, the asylum system is suspended. Asylum seekers report being deported without interviews or hearings, a stark contrast to previous practices. One Russian election worker, who sought asylum after witnessing vote rigging, was deported to Costa Rica with his family without any opportunity to present his case. Lawyers and activists describe a chaotic situation with unclear rules, where asylum seekers face deportation to unfamiliar countries or prolonged detention. The Trump administration defends its actions, claiming a national "invasion" justifies the suspension of asylum, a claim that is being challenged in court by rights groups who deem it unlawful. While illegal border crossings have decreased significantly, more than 200 daily arrests still occur.