Migrants seek asylum in Mexico after elimination of CBP One application

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Thousands of migrants have been forced to seek asylum in Mexico after Donald Trump eliminated the CBP One application, which allowed legal entry into the United States. teleSUR

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00:00Hundreds of migrants are seeking asylum in Mexico following a sweeping immigration crackdown

00:05announced by President Donald Trump.

00:08The suspension of the CBP-1 APP, which allows immigrants to schedule legal entry into the

00:15U.S., has left many stranded and without option.

00:19In response, Mexican authorities are setting up temporary shelters in border cities to

00:25accommodate those affected by the abrupt policy changes.

00:29Trump's administration has also reinstated the Reminding Mexico policy, prompting fears

00:34among vulnerable populations of fleet invalids and persecution.

00:40Experts warn that these measures could lead to mass deportations and legal challenges

00:45are anticipated as organizations advocate for migrant rights aimed at this humanitarian

00:50crisis.

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