Those who cross our borders unlawfully will be apprehended and removed and barred from reentering for five years. We will pursue more severe criminal charges against repeat violators. And If someone does not make an asylum request at a legal point of entry and instead crosses our border unlawfully, they will be barred from receiving asylum. While we understand that many people are desperate to migrate to the United States, our system must be orderly and secure, and that is my goal. (00:33–00:47)
CLAIM
Asserts policy to deny asylum to those who cross unlawfully without requesting asylum at legal entry points.
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