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Tag: asylum eligibility

Border Shutdown: Biden Issues Proclamation to Secure Border

Posted on By Emilio José Rodríguez
Today, President Joe Biden signed a proclamation titled "Securing the Border," available here, effectively shutting down the border as of 12:01 AM on June 5, 2024, with few exceptions. This border shutdown underscores the critical need for an updated immigration system and increased resources to manage the substantial number of people displaced due to various global challenges. Border  Shutdown: Background and Context The world is currently...

Navigating the U.S. Asylum Process: A Beginner’s Guide

Posted on By Emilio José Rodríguez
Welcome to the Rodriguez | Marrero Law Firm blog! If you or a loved one are seeking refuge in the United States due to persecution in your home country, understanding the U.S. asylum process is critical. This post breaks down the U.S. asylum process, outlining affirmative and defensive asylum procedures. Additionally, we illuminate key contrasts between these paths and emphasize the importance of securing legal representation for a successful...