US Changes Rules for Asylum Seekers at Canadian Border

US Changes Rules for Asylum Seekers at Canadian Border
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection in Washington on Aug. 12, 2024. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch Times
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The U.S. government has implemented changes for asylum seekers at its border with Canada amid an increase in illegal crossings.

The new rules put in place by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) include reducing the time claimants have to consult a lawyer from 24 hours to four hours.