Justices seem inclined to revive Trump policy blocking migrants at border - The Washington Post

The Supreme Court appeared inclined during oral arguments to uphold a Trump administration policy that would restrict asylum claims at the U.S.-Mexico border. The policy, which the Biden administration had blocked after taking office in 2021, would effectively bar migrants from seeking asylum unless they first applied through a U.S. embassy or consulate in their home country. Justices suggested skepticism toward arguments that the policy violates federal immigration law, signaling the court may reinstate restrictions that immigration advocates say would severely limit access to the asylum system. A ruling in favor of the Trump administration would represent a major victory for hardline immigration enforcement and would likely affect hundreds of thousands of migrants attempting to reach the U.S. border annually. The decision is expected within months and could reshape asylum policy before the 2026 midterm elections.