The Biden administration has reversed Trump-era decisions that made seeking asylum tougher 

The World

Attorney General Merrick Garland has reopened the ability for people seeking asylum in the US because of danger related to domestic violence, gangs or other forms of persecution, including LGBTQ-related claims. This is one of the most significant steps the Biden administration has taken toward opening up the US to people seeking a safer life in the country. The World’s Monica Campbell explains what has changed and the challenges that asylum-seekers can still face regardless.

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