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

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DHS is proposing a new rule designed to reduce fraudulent asylum applications and limit work authorization abuse. The rule would strengthen screening procedures for asylum seekers to verify the legitimacy of their claims. Public comments on this proposed rule are being accepted through the Federal Register process.
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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.

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