

Democracy Now! 2025-05-28 Wednesday
May 28, 2025
Maria Hinojosa, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and founder of Futuro Media, highlights the plight of immigrant rights activist Jeanette Vizguerra, currently detained in an ICE facility for her advocacy. Rob Weissman from Public Citizen discusses the troubling non-prosecution agreement between Boeing and the Trump administration, raising questions of corporate accountability. Additionally, Nadia Milleron shares her powerful experience following her daughter's tragic loss in the Boeing crashes, while Jeanette reflects on the broader issues of corruption and the impact of proposed legislation on the wealth divide.
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Jeanette Vizguera: Political Prisoner
- Immigrant rights activist Jeanette Vizguera was detained in an ICE jail, asserting she is a political prisoner targeted for her activism.
- Despite harsh conditions, she continues organizing and inspiring others from inside detention.
Private Prisons Profit from Detention
- Private prison companies profit by detaining immigrants, perpetuating mass detention for financial gain.
- Conditions in private detention centers are worse than in maximum security men’s prisons.
Aviation Advocate's Personal Loss
- Nadia Milleron lost her daughter in the Boeing 737 MAX crash and fiercely opposes the DOJ's deal letting Boeing avoid prosecution.
- She pledges to fight for justice for families and prevent future corporate negligence.