The Supreme Court says the U.S. can turn away asylum seekers at the border

In a six-to-three decision announced today, the Supreme Court has ruled that the federal government can prevent asylum seekers from reaching U.S. soil. According to NPR, the Court determined that existing federal law allows authorities to turn away asylum applicants at the border, effectively blocking their ability to apply for asylum. The ruling marks a major shift in immigration policy.

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