As President Trump’s second term progresses, more changes to asylum law are expected. In order to better grasp the broader implications for U.S. policy moving forward, understanding the historical and legal foundations of U.S. immigration policies provides important context.

In an article for The Nebraska Lawyer, immigration attorney Kristin Mohrman examines how past U.S. foreign interventions, particularly in Central America, have shaped migration patterns and the current challenges asylum seekers face. She also analyzes key legislative and judicial developments—such as the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 and the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996—that continue to influence today’s policy debates.

For a deeper understanding of these issues and their impact, read the full article at the link below.

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