Topic: U.S. Border Response

HIAS advocates for the humane treatment of those seeking asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border. This work includes routinely organizing delegations of faith leaders to observe current conditions and HIAS’ and partner organizations’ work along the border. HIAS Mexico offers an array of services to asylum seekers in Mexico, including informing them of their rights and responsibilities when seeking asylum in the U.S.

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May 23, 2023

HIAS CEO Hetfield Calls for Comprehensive Immigration Reform Before House Judiciary Committee

May 23, 2023

HIAS CEO Hetfield Calls for Comprehensive Immigration Reform Before House Judiciary Committee Statement of HIAS President and CEO Mark Hetfield after testifying before the House Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security and Enforcement

May 11, 2023

As Title 42 Ends, HIAS Condemns New Restrictions on Right to Asylum

May 11, 2023

As Title 42 Ends, HIAS Condemns New Restrictions on Right to Asylum While the lifting of Title 42 should be cause for celebration, the Biden administration is replacing it with new unacceptable restrictions at the border — including a de facto asylum ban, and increased reliance on expedited removal. 

May 10, 2023

The End of Title 42: Five Key Takeaways

May 10, 2023

Immigrants seeking asylum in the United States wait in line as they are processed by U.S. Border Patrol agents in the early morning hours after crossing into Arizona from Mexico on May 10, 2023 in Yuma, Arizona. | The End of Title 42: Five Key Takeaways | HIAS In preparation the end of Title 42 enforcement on May 11, the Biden Administration has announced policies restricting asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border while committing to facilitate and expand resettlement for displaced people from the Western Hemisphere.

Apr 27, 2023

HIAS Welcomes Expanded Resettlement, Criticizes Administration Border Restrictions 

Apr 27, 2023

HIAS Welcomes Expanded Resettlement, Criticizes Administration Border Restrictions  In preparation for May 11, when the Biden Administration will finally end the Trump administration’s policy of expelling asylum seekers under the pretext of a public health measure known as Title 42, the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of State today announced what they described as “regional migration management measures.”

Apr 26, 2023

HIAS Urges House to Reject Proposed Sweeping Changes at the Border

Apr 26, 2023

HIAS Urges House to Reject Proposed Sweeping Changes at the Border HIAS is urging the House Homeland Security Committee to reject the Border Reinforcement Act of 2023, which would lead to sweeping policy changes at the U.S.-Mexico border.

Apr 19, 2023

HIAS Opposes House Bill That Would Revive Failed Border Policies

Apr 19, 2023

HIAS Opposes House Bill That Would Revive Failed Border Policies HIAS strongly opposes the Border Security and Enforcement Act of 2023 being marked up in the House Judiciary Committee today, and is urging committee members to reject any attempt to address challenges at the U.S.-Mexico border with draconian steps that would deny basic protections to people seeking asylum.

Mar 30, 2023

Tragedy Illustrates Brutal Treatment of Mexico’s Migrants

Mar 30, 2023

An altar is seen outside the immigration detention center where 39 migrants died during a fire in Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua state, Three days after the deadly fire, HIAS officials say the disaster illustrates "inhumane" border policy.

Mar 28, 2023

Deadly Fire Puts Spotlight on U.S.-Mexico Border Concerns

Mar 28, 2023

Woman cries next to an ambulance in which her husband, who was injured in a fire, is being transported following a fire at the immigration station in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico | Deadly Fire in Mexican Migrant Center At least 39 people died and dozens were injured Monday night in a fire at the National Migration Institute in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, an area where HIAS is active in assisting asylum seekers.

Mar 27, 2023

Over 5,000 Asylum Ban Comments Submitted by Outraged HIAS Supporters

Mar 27, 2023

HIAS staffers attend a Washington rally calling on the Biden administration to withdraw proposed asylum restrictions on March 16, 2023. | Asylum Ban Comments From HIAS Supporters at Over 5,000 - HIAS.org As the public comment period draws to a close today on the Biden administration’s proposed asylum ban, HIAS has seen an unprecedented response from members of our community. Our supporters have submitted more than 5,000 comments to the federal register calling on the administration to withdraw these proposals, which would leave asylum seekers in vulnerable and potentially deadly situations at the border and straying away from his initial campaign promises.  

Mar 2, 2023

The Biden Administration’s “Asylum Ban,” Explained 

Mar 2, 2023

Activists protest a proposed rule that would limit access to asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border at a rally at the White House. | The Biden Administration’s “Asylum Ban,” Explained - HIAS On February 21, the Biden Administration proposed a series of policies which together, advocates claim, would result in a virtual asylum ban at the U.S.-Mexico border. HIAS Vice President for U.S. Policy and Advocacy Naomi Steinberg explains what this means and how it would impact asylum seekers.

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