U.S. Will Resume Policy For Asylum-Seekers To Wait In Mexico

U.S. Will Resume Policy For Asylum-Seekers To Wait In Mexico

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Social Studies, Journalism

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the relaunch of the Trump-era 'Remain in Mexico' policy under a court order, despite the Biden administration's previous efforts to end it. The policy affects asylum seekers, forcing them to wait in Mexico for immigration hearings. The Biden administration aims to make the policy safer by exempting vulnerable groups and providing legal access. Conservatives support the policy, citing reduced illegal crossings. The administration continues to seek an end to the policy while implementing changes to protect migrants.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the relaunch of the 'Remain in Mexico' policy?

A change in administration

Increased asylum applications

Pressure from Mexico

A new court order

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main criticisms of the 'Remain in Mexico' policy?

It increases illegal border crossings

It is too expensive to implement

It leads to violence against asylum seekers

It is not supported by the Mexican government

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do conservatives view the 'Remain in Mexico' policy?

As a successful measure under Trump

As a failure in reducing border crossings

As a policy that needs more funding

As a temporary solution

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which groups are now considered vulnerable and exempt from the 'Remain in Mexico' policy?

None, all must remain in Mexico

All asylum seekers

Unaccompanied children and pregnant women

Only families

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant challenge mentioned regarding the implementation of the 'Remain in Mexico' policy?

Opposition from the Mexican government

Uncertainty about how it will be executed

Insufficient legal support for migrants

Lack of funding