Asylum Officers Union Tells Congress 'Remain In Mexico' Is 'Illegal'

The President of the Union representing asylum officers testified against immigration policies deemed illegal by his members. The Trump administration's 'Remain in Mexico' policy forces migrants to wait outside the US, causing ethical dilemmas for asylum officers. Officers feel pressured to return migrants to Mexico, despite high standards for proving persecution. Some officers have resigned, citing human rights abuses. The agency overseeing asylum officers criticizes union leadership for focusing on policy preferences. The conflict between political leadership and asylum officers continues, with calls for congressional investigation.

What is the main concern of the Union President regarding immigration policies?

• They are too lenient.

• They are considered illegal and morally wrong.

• They are not enforced strictly enough.

• They are too complicated to understand.

What is the Trump administration's policy regarding asylum seekers?

• Forcing them to wait in Mexico until their cases are resolved.

• Sending them back to their home countries immediately.

• Granting them asylum without any waiting period.

• Allowing them to stay in the US while their cases are processed.

Why do asylum officers feel pressured by DHS leaders?

• To send as many migrants as possible back to Mexico.

• To approve all asylum applications.

• To resign from their positions.

• To ignore federal laws.

What action have some asylum officers taken in response to the policy?

• They have supported the policy.

• They have resigned in protest.

• They have increased their workload.

• They have requested more training.

What criticism does the agency supervising asylum officers have towards union leadership?

• They are too lenient with the officers.

• They do not communicate with the officers.

• They focus too much on their own policy preferences.

• They are not supportive enough of the officers.