Trump Administration Considers Denying Work Permits to Asylum Seekers

The Trump administration is considering a significant change to its asylum policy. The proposed policy would deny work permits to the roughly 3.5 million asylum seekers currently awaiting decisions on their applications. This decision has sparked concern among immigration advocates and legal experts. Alex Galvez, an immigration lawyer, commented, "This is a proposal that would affect approximately 3.5 million applicants who currently have pending asylum cases." The Department of Homeland Security responded that the asylum program has been "exploited" and that they are exploring all options to protect it. This policy shift could have major implications for asylum seekers and the economy. The potential for widespread economic hardship and the legal challenges expected make this a significant development with broad implications for the US immigration system.