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DHS Proposes Rule to Prioritize Americans' Safety by Strengthening Screening of Asylum Seekers

Agency announcementPublished Feb 20, 2026

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What the document says

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is proposing a rule to reduce the incentive for aliens to file fraudulent asylum claims so they can obtain work authorizations.

Who the document names

Visa categories

Asylum

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  • Asylum: “DHS Proposes Rule to Prioritize Americans' Safety by Strengthening Screening of Asylum Seekers”

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