

What Just Happened Series: Trump’s Immigration Executive Orders
Jan 22, 2025
Steve Vladeck, a professor at Georgetown Law, dives into the whirlwind of President Trump's immigration executive orders. He discusses the expansive nature of these orders and their constitutional implications. The conversation highlights the legal complexities surrounding proclamations tied to the concept of 'invasion' and the challenges they pose. Vladeck also addresses the implications for birthright citizenship, ongoing litigation in Texas, and the tension between federal and state authority in immigration enforcement. A must-listen for anyone curious about these crucial legal battles.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Expansive Executive Power: Understanding Trump's Orders
02:16 • 4min
Analyzing Proclamations on Immigration and the Legal Framework of 'Invasion'
06:13 • 3min
Immigration Executive Orders: Legal Challenges Ahead
09:43 • 11min
The Tension Between Federal Authority and State Autonomy in Immigration Enforcement
21:08 • 2min