White House Considers Imposing Asylum Restrictions for Ukraine Aid

The Biden administration is considering implementing new restrictions on asylum seekers and expanding the deportation process as part of a supplemental funding bill to secure aid for Ukraine and Israel. Republicans have demanded measures to reduce illegal immigration in exchange for approving more Ukraine funding. The White House is open to heightening the standard for initial asylum screenings, implementing a "safe third country" provision, and expanding the fast-track deportation process. A bipartisan group of senators is also discussing a numerical limitation on asylum claims. The goal is to strike a top-line deal before lawmakers depart for a Christmas break, with the exact details of the legislation to be worked on later.