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BONUS: The Stakes of Immigration with Aaron Reichlin-Melnick

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CHAPTER

Navigating the Complexities of Border Immigration

This chapter explores the intricate legal processes faced by immigrants at the border, explaining expedited and regular removal procedures, the credible fear interview, and the challenges with the asylum system. It also examines the controversial policies like family separation, their ineffective deterrent impact, and the chaotic consequences of lacking a reunification plan. The discussion delves into the harsh conditions migrants endure, the Trump administration's punitive approach, and the pandemic-induced shifts in asylum practices leading to increased border crossings.

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