Senate Expands Border Talks to Include Afghan Evacuees and Migrant Work Permits

Senate negotiators are considering expediting work permits for asylum-seeking migrants as part of potential border deal, with local and state officials advocating for permit expansions to address the strain on city budgets. The proposed policy change would not apply to migrants already waiting for asylum cases and would be tied to raising asylum standards. Democrats are pushing for this policy win, but concerns remain about Republican reception and potential deal derailment. Negotiations also involve discussions on parole authority and border security metrics.