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Supreme Court clears way for Trump administration to revive restrictive policy for asylum seekers
By Lindsay Whitehurst, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 25, 2026
· 5 min read
The Supreme Court cleared the way Thursday for the Trump administration to potentially revive an immigration policy once used to turn back migrants seeking asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border.The justices, in a 6-3 decision, overturned a lower court order blocking the practice that limited the numbe...
Key takeaway The Trump administration said it was necessary to deal with an increase in asylum seekers at the border.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The Supreme Court's decision to allow the Trump administration to revive its restrictive immigration policy has significant implications for the San Antonio area, where many migrants and asylum seekers have settled. The policy, which limited the number of people who could apply for asylum each day, had previously created a humanitarian crisis in the region, with thousands of people forced to wait in makeshift shelters. The city's nonprofit organizations and community groups, which have been working to provide aid and support to these individuals, may once again face an influx of people in need of assistance. As the Trump administration considers reinstating this policy, local residents and leaders will be watching closely to see how it will affect the community and the city's resources. The decision also highlights the ongoing debate over immigration and asylum policies, which will likely continue to play out in the San Antonio area.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? The Supreme Court cleared the way Thursday for the Trump administration to potentially revive an immigration policy once used to turn back migrants seeking asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border.The justices, in a 6-3 decision, overturned a lower court order blocking the practice that limited the numbe...
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