What is the difference between asylum and refugee status?

What is the difference between refugee and asylum status? Under U.S. law, refugees are typically processed abroad and admitted under Section 1157. Asylum is requested by individuals physically present in the U.S. or at a port of entry under Section 1158. ^[1][2] Same protection concept Both reflect persecution or fear of persecution on account of race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion (with legal refinements). One-year rule Asylum applicants generally must file within one year of arrival unless exceptions apply. Caps Refugee admissions are subject to presidential determinations; asylum is not capped the same way. Path to LPR Both can lead to green card eligibility after requirements are met. ^[1][2]