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The executive order signed by President Joe Biden Tuesday sharply curtails the number of migrants who can make asylum claims. It drew criticism from both sides of the political divide. -
Biden prepares a tough executive order that would shut down asylum after 2,500 migrants arrive a dayThe White House is telling lawmakers President Joe Biden is preparing to sign off on an executive order that would shut down entries to the U.S.-Mexico border once the number of daily encounters hits 2,500 between ports of entry.
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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 Tuesday to accept nearly $19.6 million from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to pay for a migrant transition day center to help immigrants entering the United States travel to their final destinations. -
U.S. figures show that San Diego became the busiest corridor for illegal crossings in April. -
U.S. officials have largely attributed the decline to more enforcement in Mexico, including in yards where migrants are known to board freight trains. -
The move could strain President Joe Biden's already rocky relationship with immigration advocates as he confronts an unprecedented surge in border crossings, with arrests topping 2 million in each of the last two budget years. -
Mexico has begun requiring visas for Peruvians in response to a major influx of migrants from the South American country. -
After the federal government gave San Diego $40 million, advocates want to see a collaborative approach between all levels of government and local service providers to come up with a lasting migrant welcome program. -
Billions in tax dollars are pouring into efforts to reduce the U.S.-Mexico border wait times, yet excessive delays continue. Local leaders say small businesses are struggling in border communities. -
It's part of federal monies authorized by Congress to support communities that are providing services to migrants.
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