Trump Administration Proposes Major Changes To The Asylum System

The Trump administration proposed a new regulation affecting asylum seekers, requiring them to apply in the first safe country they pass through. Exceptions exist for human trafficking victims and those denied by irrelevant third countries. The rule would allow lower-level officers to deem applications frivolous and restrict applications from those targeted by gangs or with criminal records. Critics argue it makes asylum unattainable. The public can comment before implementation.

What is a key requirement for asylum seekers under the proposed regulation?

• They must have family in the US.

• They must apply in the first safe country they pass through.

• They must speak English fluently.

• They must have a job offer in the US.

Who will have the new authority to decide if an asylum application is frivolous?

• The President

• Lower-level asylum officers

• The Supreme Court

• State Governors

Which of the following is NOT a reason for rejecting an asylum application under the new rule?

• Lack of a college degree

• Failure to pay taxes

• Criminal convictions

• Threats from gangs

What do immigration advocates believe about the new asylum regulation?

• It will make asylum easier to obtain.

• It aims to make asylum impossible to win.

• It will increase the number of asylum seekers.

• It will have no impact on asylum seekers.

What opportunity is given to the public regarding the draft rule?

• To implement it

• To ignore it

• To comment on it

• To vote on it