Hundreds protest in Tucson after President Trump ends CBP One app | News

TUCOSN, Ariz. (KVOA) – Immigration policy took center stage today as questions arose following President Donald Trump’s signing of multiple executive orders, including the shutdown of the CBP One App.

Earlier this afternoon, hundreds gathered at Armory Park in Tucson to protest the decision, holding signs with messages like “Defend Immigrant Families” and chanting “¡Estamos en la lucha!” or “We are in the fight” in English.

The CBP One App, implemented under the Biden administration, provided migrants with a legal pathway to request asylum in the U.S. and avoid illegal border crossings.

However, Customs and Border Protection confirmed on its website earlier today that the app is no longer available for asylum requests and that all existing appointments have been canceled.

“This makes me feel extremely frustrated,” said protester Austin Coomer. “A lot of them are trying to come here and are seeking asylum. I think, as a country, we need to be open to that.”

Local immigration attorney Mo Goldman echoed these frustrations, emphasizing the consequences of shutting down the app.

“It’s a shame. If you want people to process legally and do it the ‘right way,’ you’re now eliminating the only viable legal pathway we have for migrants to do just that,” Goldman said.

The policy change has sparked a mix of outrage and support.

Kathleen Winn, representing Pima County Republicans, attended Trump’s inauguration today and offered her perspective on the decision.

“When you do things legally, we really can’t find any fault. We don’t want to. We want people with diverse backgrounds to come to this country. It’s about bringing the best and brightest and having people who love this country and our freedoms,” Winn said.

President Trump’s latest executive orders revisit policies from his previous administration, such as requiring asylum-seekers to remain in Mexico and limiting birthright citizenship.

The sweeping changes have raised concerns among immigrant families and advocates about what comes next for immigration policy.

News 4 Tucson reached out to Customs and Border Protection for further comment, but no response has been provided at this time.