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The process by which individuals physically present in the United States may seek protection as asylum seekers.

A form of seeking asylum that occurs in the context of removal proceedings before an immigration judge.

A form of protection for persons who meet the definition of refugee and are of special humanitarian concern to the United States.

A preliminary screening for individuals who express fear of return to their home country, in the expedited removal process.

Protection granted to individuals who can demonstrate a more likely than not chance of being persecuted in their home country.

This prevents the U.S. from returning individuals to a country where they are likely to be tortured.

A USCIS employee who conducts interviews and determines the eligibility for individuals applying for asylum.

An official who presides over court cases related to immigration, including those involving asylum applications.

The legal process of determining whether or not a non-citizen may remain in the United States, including those seeking asylum defensively.