A Big Policy Change at the Border

For the past three years, the United States has relied on Title 42, a pandemic restriction that has allowed the swift expulsion of many migrants at the southern border. But by the end of the week, that rule will expire.

Miriam Jordan, who covers immigration for The Times, explains what that will mean on both sides of the border.

Guest: Miriam Jordan, a national correspondent covering immigration for The New York Times.

Background reading:

• An end to pandemic restrictions could bring thousands to the border.
• President Biden has used his executive authority to significantly expand the number of legal immigrants entering the U.S.

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