Zero Tolerance Policy at the Mexican Border

Attorney General Jeff Sessions defended the new policy of zero tolerance announced by  President Trump  separating families who seek asylum in the US by crossing the border illegally. 

Migrants apprehended crossing into the US are held in immigration detention and sent before an immigration judge to see if they will be deported as unauthorized immigrants.

Between October 1, 2017 and May 31, 2018, at least 2,700 children have been split from their parents. 1,995 of them were separated over the last six weeks.  These children are labelled as unaccompanied minors, placed in government custody and foster care for an unknown amount of time they will be separated from their family members.

Critics argue that the separations are cruel and un-American.  President Trump is maintaining his position which he believes fulfills his core promise to his base to introduce a much tougher policy on immigration and obtain funding for his border wall– even if it has grave humanitarian consequences. 

Speaking with an experienced and skilled immigration attorney is the first step when dealing with any immigration issue. Immigration advice is available in many places, but this advice is not always reliable unless the person is authorized to provide immigration services.

When you consult with an immigration attorney it is important that you are able to speak with an actual attorney.

An experienced attorney authorized to practice immigration law in Dallas, throughout Texas, and in all fifty states can assure that your case moves forward as quickly as possible and is handled correctly.