Except that judges pretty much do what they want regardless.
Who would have ever predicted that Jeff Sessions would turn out to be a horrible AG while a 2nd time Bush AG is really off to a great start.
On the surface, this sounds like a good thing. But we know that Barr is Trump's "hand-picked" stooge/lackey, so look for some Federal judge to assert himself into the process and 'overrule' it.
What? Barr is the AG? The big kahuna? Big deal! There doesn't seem to be anything more powerful in this country than a liberal Federal judge with self-appointed authority...
One can only hope.
Why wasn’t this done YEARS ago?
If they now know they may be detained...and for a long time, it may stop the flow.
They planned on NOT being detained.
I'm sure there was lots of discussion before Barr made his decision.
No mention of when they bring minors with them and claim asylum, what they (will) do with them, let them ALL go.
:: if an alien in expedited proceedings establishes a credible fear ::
DHS Agent: “Says here you are a citizen of Guatamala. Is that correct?”
Immigrant: “Si.”
Agent: “And, that you entered Mexico seeking asylum in order to travel to the United States to live?”
Immigrant: “Si.”
Agent: “What fears do you have if you return to MEXICO to await your proceedings? Remember, MEXICO afforded you free and safe travel.”
Immigrant: “I’m F&^%$d!”
How about the other 95%? Answer, still the same shell game
The fact that this country even has an American Immigration Lawyers Association is most telling of all.
Barr is the AG that should have been there for the last two years.
It’s a win...