Trump rule could push 450,000 asylum seekers into fast-track deportation proceedings

Jul 28, 2026

The Trump administration launched a new rule that could transfer nearly 450,000 asylum cases directly to immigration judges for deportation proceedings. Attorneys warn the policy could result in people being removed from the United States without a hearing. The rule took effect immediately upon announcement.

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New federal rule sends asylum cases to immigration courts, pushing migrants toward deportation
Los Angeles Times·Jul 27, 2026
aol.com·Jul 27, 2026
Trump administration has a new trick to speed up deporting asylum seekers
independent.co.uk·Jul 27, 2026·archived copy
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