Seeking Asylum in the US? Good Luck.

Monte Reel, an investigative reporter for Bloomberg, delves into the complexities of the U.S. asylum process. He shares the poignant story of Yurandi Valdez, a Cuban refugee facing harrowing challenges in his quest for safety. The discussion reveals systemic flaws in the asylum system, including arbitrary detentions and biased judicial decisions. Reel exposes the staggering backlog in immigration courts and the varying outcomes for asylum seekers, highlighting the precarious balance between hope and injustice in their journeys.