

Americano: how is round one of Trump’s deportations plan going?
Jan 30, 2025
Todd Bensman, a Fellow at the Center for Immigration Studies and author of 'Overrun,' dives deep into the challenges and geopolitical implications of Trump's deportation plans. He discusses Colombia's acceptance of deported migrants to avoid sanctions, revealing the complexities of international negotiations. The conversation also touches on the impact of illegal migration on the U.S. economy and the increasing flow of educated Chinese migrants at the southern border, raising concerns about security and policy responses.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Colombia's Deportation Dilemma
01:32 • 13min
Shifts in Immigration Policy: Biden vs. Trump
14:09 • 6min
The Economic Impact of Illegal Migration
20:21 • 4min
Geostrategic Maneuvers and U.S. Influence in Latin America
24:48 • 3min
Chinese Migration and Its Implications at the U.S. Border
27:34 • 4min