New executive actions to shut off access to asylum for migrants who cross the US-Mexico border illegally will come into effect at midnight, as announced in a presidential proclamation on Tuesday.
In the proclamation, the president detailed the administration's rationale for this significant decision. The president cited the Lawful Pathways rule and related measures that have resulted in record returns and removals at the border. However, despite these efforts, encounter levels continue to surpass the capacity to enforce consequences promptly due to outdated laws and limited resources.
The president made the official announcement of these measures on Tuesday afternoon, emphasizing the need for stricter enforcement to address the ongoing challenges at the border.
