The US Supreme Court has agreed to review a legal challenge against “metering,” a practice used by the federal government to turn away asylum seekers at official ports of entry by citing “capacity issues.” Critics argue that this tactic is an illegal circumvention of asylum law, leaving vulnerable families stranded in perilous conditions. Though the practice was halted under the Biden administration, the legal proceedings continue amid a broader political debate over restricting asylum rights. The outcome will set a major precedent for access to protection at US borders.
Nov 17, 2025 https://www.aljazeera.com