Biden takes steps to curtail asylum claims at southern border

President Biden announced new asylum restrictions at the US-Mexico border, closing it to new asylum seekers if crossings exceed 2500 daily for a week. Exemptions include permanent residents and unaccompanied minors. The policy aims to manage illegal entries effectively. Political reactions are mixed, with some Republicans criticizing the timing and intent. Local impacts are significant in Texas, a key transit area for immigrants. Arizona's legislature is also taking steps to address immigration enforcement, with a new act allowing local law enforcement to arrest suspected illegal border crossers.

How did Senate Republicans react to President Biden's actions regarding border security?

What concerns do critics have regarding the Secure the Border Act approved in Arizona?