Asylum-seekers from various countries face a challenging and uncertain situation at the U.S. border since President Donald Trump suspended the asylum system as part of his crackdown on illegal immigration. This abrupt change has left many asylum-seekers in a murky and evolving landscape without clear rules, leading to deportations to unfamiliar countries or indefinite detention by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Lawyers and activists working with asylum-seekers report a significant drop in calls and confusion surrounding the asylum process. Amid a thicket of legal battles, a federal judge is expected to rule on the legality of the administration’s suspension of asylum based on invasion claims, a decision eagerly awaited by rights groups.

Despite efforts to expedite deportations to countries like Costa Rica and Panama, some individuals, like a Russian family seeking asylum, find themselves stranded in limbo, unable to return to their home country and uncertain of their future. The tightening of asylum policies has sparked debates regarding the abuse of the system and the need for stricter controls.

This article sheds light on the heartbreaking stories of asylum-seekers caught in the crossfire of changing immigration policies, highlighting the human toll of bureaucratic decisions and the profound impact on individuals and families seeking safety and refuge.