"Shift in Power: HHS and DOJ Take on New Responsibilities, But Critics Question Impact on Asylum Services In a move aimed at streamlining the asylum process, the Department of Homeland Security has announced that it will be transferring some of its responsibilities to the Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Justice (DOJ). While officials claim that this shift will not affect the services and protections available to asylum seekers, critics are expressing skepticism, arguing that the change could have far-reaching consequences for vulnerable populations. As the US continues to grapple with a complex and often contentious immigration policy, the transfer of these responsibilities raises important questions about the future of asylum services and the fate of those seeking refuge in the US."
The department says services and protections won't change as HHS and DOJ take on larger roles. Critics aren't convinced.
