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President Joe Biden has extended restrictions on asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border, which officials attribute to a decrease in illegal crossings. Bishop Mark J. Seitz of El Paso, Texas, acknowledged the efforts to resettle refugees, calling it part of the church's consistent ethic of life.
On the campaign trail, former GOP Rep. Liz Cheney joined Vice President Kamala Harris to appeal to Republican voters dissatisfied with their nominee, Donald Trump. Meanwhile, a pro-life group criticized Melania Trump's comments supporting abortion rights in her new book.
The Biden administration's asylum restrictions aim to reduce unauthorized border crossings and are contingent on maintaining a low average of daily illegal crossings. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas emphasized that congressional action is needed for lasting changes to the immigration system.
Dylan Corbett from the Hope Border Institute expressed concern over the new restrictions, urging a reversal to restore full access to asylum at the border.
Bishop Seitz praised Biden's Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions for Fiscal Year 2025, setting a target of 125,000 resettlements through USRAP. He highlighted the role of Catholic organizations in refugee resettlement as part of respecting life.
Former President Donald Trump stated he would revoke protected status for Haitian migrants if reelected. This legal status is currently granted under Temporary Protected Status due to hardships in Haiti.
Cheney campaigned with Harris while Trump planned a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Cheney cited her support for Harris as putting "country over party," emphasizing constitutional duty over partisanship.
Melania Trump's support for abortion rights drew criticism from Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America. The group called for creating a culture that supports life and resources for women with unplanned pregnancies.
A Marquette Law School Poll found Harris leading Trump among Wisconsin voters in head-to-head matchups and when third-party candidates were included.
In response to Pope Francis' call for prayer and fasting on October 7th for peace, President Biden confirmed he would participate.
Kate Scanlon reported this story for OSV News covering Washington developments.
