EU leaders should take a close look at their legal obligations and uphold rights as they implement asylum and migration policy reform.
Comment on the Departments of Justice and Homeland Security’s Final Rule on Securing the Border
The Biden administration must rescind bans on asylum at the U.S. border that do not ensure meritorious claimants get access to protection.
The Road to Now Podcast: U.S. Immigration Policy with Yael Schacher
In this episode, Yael shares what she sees as the major challenges that stand in the way of reforming our current immigration system.
New Asylum Regulation an Unacceptable Violation of U.S. Responsibility toward People Fleeing Persecution
This regulation will increase the numbers of asylum seekers unable to access protection, irrespective of the merits of their asylum claims.
75+ Organizations and Congregations Urge the Biden Administration to Take Action Following Changes to CBP One Appointments
We urge you to restore full access to asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border and coordinate protection measures for people waiting for CBP One appointments.
80+ Organizations Express Objection to Border Act of 2024
We will not allow any elected leader to treat immigrants, whether new arrivals or those who have been here for decades, as political pawns.
USA Today: ‘I Can’t Go Back. The U.S. is My Only Option’: Why Biden’s Border Policy Isn’t Working
Refugees International’s interviews with migrants suggest that any effect of U.S. policy on border crossings is, at best, temporarily keeping them away but not reducing their overall numbers.
“Don’t Tell Me About Your Fear”: Elimination of Longstanding Safeguard Leads to Systematic Violations of Refugee Law
In just two months, the Biden administration’s Interim Final Rule “Securing the Border has had disastrous consequences.
City, County, and NGO Leaders Endorse Sen. Markey and Reps. Meng, Ramirez, Espaillat led Destination Reception Assistance Act
We welcome the introduction of the Destination Reception Assistance Act.
Advocates Report Egregious Due Process and Rights Violations At U.S.-Mexico Border
Asylum seekers at the U.S.-Mexico border are experiencing egregious due process and human rights violations.