Ones and Tooze Trump’s ‘Gold Card’ Path to Citizenship
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Feb 28, 2025 The discussion dives into Trump's controversial $5 million gold card initiative, offering affluent individuals a quick path to citizenship, which raises questions about immigration policy and economic implications. It explores the evolving dynamics of U.S. immigration politics and the challenges faced by deportees in Central America. Moreover, the podcast takes a fascinating turn toward brutalism in architecture, delving into its historical roots and community connections, while addressing its aesthetic and ethical relevance today.
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The Rise of Anti-Immigrant Sentiment
- Anti-immigrant sentiment is rising across the West, fueled by political pandering.
- This pandering often lacks a basis in reasonable values or economic evidence.
Trump's Gold Card: A Citizenship Tariff
- Trump's "gold card" visa proposal offers citizenship for $5 million, resembling a tariff more than an investment scheme.
- It primarily attracts Russian and Chinese oligarchs seeking a haven for flight capital.
Republican Divide on High-Skilled Immigration
- There's a tension within the Republican party regarding high-skilled immigration.
- While some, like those in Silicon Valley, favor it, others express concerns about its impact on American jobs.