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The Supreme Court says the U.S. can turn away asylum seekers at the border
By Grady Martin, NPR, Nina Totenberg, NPR at Houston Public Media
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
By a 6-3 vote, the high court ruled that federal law allows the government to stop asylum seekers from physically setting foot in the United States, effectively keeping them from applying for asylum.
Why this matters in The Woodlands
The incident in southeast Houston serves as a stark reminder that the safety concerns of Houston can impact The Woodlands community, given the two areas' close proximity. With The Woodlands located just 30 miles north of Houston, residents may have friends or family who live or work in the affected area, or may have traveled to southeast Houston on Tuesday. The Woodlands Township and local law enforcement, including the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, often coordinate with the Houston Police Department on regional safety initiatives, and this incident may prompt renewed discussions about collaboration and resource sharing. As The Woodlands continues to grow and develop, its residents must remain aware of the potential safety implications of being part of the larger Houston metropolitan area.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: Houston Public Media ·
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What is this story about? By a 6-3 vote, the high court ruled that federal law allows the government to stop asylum seekers from physically setting foot in the United States, effectively keeping them from applying for asylum.
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