President Joe Biden made his first visit to the U.S.-Mexico border as president, amid criticism over the administration’s handling of resources at the southern border and the continuation of the Title 42 immigration policy. Title 42, initially used by the Trump administration to regulate border crossings during the COVID-19 pandemic, has faced scrutiny for bypassing the asylum process and expelling migrants back to Mexico without due process.
The policy has led to over 2 million expulsions of migrants at the southern border, contributing to higher recidivism rates among those attempting to cross multiple times. Despite the Biden administration’s attempts to end the use of Title 42, legal challenges have resulted in the Supreme Court requiring its continuation for the time being.
The situation at the border has strained resources and prompted calls for federal assistance to local officials and advocates managing the influx of asylum seekers. Border officials are seeking more robust policies from Washington to address humanitarian and logistical challenges in dealing with migrants seeking asylum.
As the Title 42 controversy continues, stay informed on the latest updates and developments regarding immigration policies and border security in the United States.
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