Today, Explained How to solve the asylum crisis
Jul 17, 2019
Jen Kirby, a journalist for Vox, and David Martin, a Professor emeritus at the University of Virginia School of Law, dive into the complexities of the U.S. asylum crisis. They discuss recent rule changes under the Trump administration that have fueled controversy, particularly the 'remain in Mexico' policy. The pair explore how new restrictions force asylum seekers to apply in transit countries and the historical context of these policies. Emphasizing the need for regional cooperation, they propose innovative solutions to address the root causes of migration.
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1990s Asylum Crisis
- The early 1990s saw an overwhelmed asylum system due to civil wars and repressive governments.
- This led to an influx of both genuine asylum seekers and those exploiting the system's flaws.
Addressing System Flaws
- Decouple work authorization from asylum filings to deter those with weak claims.
- Prioritize newer applications to send a clear message of efficient processing and deportation for unqualified applicants.
Success of System Changes
- Changes to the asylum system discouraged weak claims, significantly reducing application numbers from 140,000 to 20-30,000 annually.
- These changes, implemented over several years, proved effective.