President Joe Biden is expected to sign an executive order this week that would place new restrictions on the ability of asylum seekers to seek protection at the United States-Mexico border, drawing criticism from rights advocates.
The move comes as the Democratic leader continues what experts have dubbed a rightward lurch on immigration amid political pressure from Republicans in the lead-up to November's presidential election.
Citing three people briefed on the plan, CBS News reported on Monday that Biden's executive order will allow US officials to immediately turn back asylum seekers who enter the country without permits once daily crossings hit a certain number.
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