The Erosion of Sanctuary: Analyzing the Impact of the U.S. Asylum Ban

By HIAS Staff | Updated October 12, 2026 The bedrock of international humanitarian law and the United States’ own statutory framework—the right to seek asylum—has faced an unprecedented existential challenge…

The Erosion of Sanctuary: Analyzing the Systematic Dismantling of U.S. Asylum Protections (2025–2026)

By HIAS Staff | August 28, 2026 Since the inauguration of the second Trump administration in January 2025, the landscape for those seeking refuge in the United States has undergone…

The Erosion of Refuge: How the U.S. Asylum System is Being Systematically Dismantled

By HIAS Staff September 30, 2026 In the span of less than two years, the United States asylum system—a cornerstone of American humanitarian values and international law—has been pushed to…

The Erosion of Asylum: A Deep Dive into the Legal Obligation to Protect the Displaced

By HIAS Staff | May 18, 2026 In an era defined by record-breaking global displacement, the fundamental right to seek asylum is facing an unprecedented existential threat. Protecting the safety…

The New Frontline: Navigating the Complex Refugee and Asylum Landscape in Mexico

Date: May 13, 2026 By: HIAS Staff For decades, Mexico served primarily as a transit corridor for those seeking safety in the United States. Today, that paradigm has shifted fundamentally.…