Trump's Plan to Block Work Permits for Asylum Seekers Sparks Outrage

Trump Administration Considers Ending Work Permits for Asylum Seekers Washington, D.C. – A potential policy shift under consideration by the Trump administration is causing significant concern among immigrant rights advocates. The proposed change would prevent asylum seekers from obtaining work permits, potentially leaving millions without the ability to support themselves and their families while awaiting their asylum cases to be processed. "We have debts, we have rent to pay, we have to send money to Venezuela to our family. We can't stop working," said one asylum seeker interviewed in the Univision Noticias report. The report highlights the potential impact on millions of asylum seekers already facing lengthy processing times. Experts warn that such a measure would not only create economic hardship but also exacerbate existing challenges within the asylum system. The Department of Homeland Security has stated that it is exploring all options but has declined to comment on the deliberative process or any potential decisions. The video underscores the urgency for those already eligible to apply for or renew their work permits to do so immediately. The potential consequences for those affected could be severe, highlighting the ongoing debate surrounding immigration policy in the United States.