A severe shortage of immigration judges has led to long delays for asylum cases. The backlog is expected to grow now that pandemic-era border restrictions have been lifted.
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Migrants Deported to Mexico Face Criminals and Predatory Officials
Migrants deported by the United States to Mexico face criminal horrors and an asylum system where cases linger for years without resolution.
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Migrants Struggle to Get Appointments on CBP One, Border Patrol’s App
The problems faced by migrants suggested that an important strategy for alleviating crowding at the border still faced challenges.
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The Border in Photos
New York Times photographers are documenting the experience on both sides of the border, from Tijuana on the West Coast to Matamoros near the Gulf of Mexico.
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Migrant Crossing Surges Aren’t New. Why Is the Border Overwhelmed?
Outdated immigration laws, partisan gridlock and conflict abroad are some reasons behind the strained U.S. border with Mexico.