The Impact of President Trump’s Executive Orders on Political Asylum Applications: Pending and New Cases Procedural Analysis

The Impact of President Trump’s Executive Orders on Political Asylum Applications: Pending and New Cases Procedural Analysis

By Brian Figeroux, Esq.  Trump’s executive orders had a lasting impact on political asylum procedures in the U.S., creating challenges for both pending and new applicants. The increased scrutiny, procedural hurdles, and policy shifts resulted in longer processing times, higher denial rates, and greater hardships for vulnerable populations. Introduction The U.S. asylum system has long […]

Consequences of Losing a Political Asylum Case in the USA: What Comes Next?

Consequences of Losing a Political Asylum Case in the USA: What Comes Next?

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Evgeniia Primavera / shutterstock.com  Political asylum is a vital legal protection for individuals who fear persecution in their home countries due to their race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. However, not all asylum applications are successful. Losing a political asylum case in […]