Trump Admin Proposes New Rule To Further Limit Asylum Seekers

The transcript discusses a proposed rule to limit asylum eligibility for immigrants convicted of certain crimes, such as DUI and drug-related offenses. It outlines additional barriers, including felonies and gang activity, that could prevent asylum applications. The rule aims to improve immigration court efficiency by focusing on cases without criminal records. The Trump administration's policies, including requiring Central American asylum seekers to wait in Mexico, are also highlighted as efforts to reduce asylum applications.

What types of criminal activities could affect an immigrant's eligibility for asylum?

What does the rule state about individuals who have not been convicted of a crime?