Homeland Security Lifts Asylum Review Ban, Millions of Cases Impacted

The Department of Homeland Security has lifted its total ban on reviewing asylum applications, a significant move that impacts millions of cases previously on hold.

This decision comes after a pause that was initially imposed following the D.C. National Guard shooting, highlighting the interplay between security concerns and immigration policy.

However, it is important to note that the pause remains in effect for approximately 40 countries, indicating a selective approach to asylum processing moving forward.