The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Justice have announced a new rule aimed at barring asylum for individuals deemed to pose security threats and public health risks. This regulation, reminiscent of previous policies implemented during the pandemic era, could significantly restrict access to asylum for many seeking refuge at the San Diego border and potentially across other entry points. The government is introducing a new filter for asylum seekers, emphasizing health risks as a key criterion for denial, raising concerns about the implications for vulnerable populations.