

Deportations Aren't Enough: Why We Need Cuts to Legal Immigration.
Jul 25, 2025
Mollie Hemingway, Editor-in-chief at The Federalist and expert on political scandals, joins for a thought-provoking discussion. They explore the pressing need for reforming U.S. immigration policies, emphasizing that simply deporting illegals isn't enough. The conversation shifts to cultural assimilation and its vital importance, particularly in communities like Minnesota's Somali population. Hemingway also sheds light on the Obama administration's controversial handling of Russian interference evidence, questioning the integrity of governmental narratives.
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Shift on Illegal Immigration
- Trump shifted the conservative movement's stance, making illegal immigration an unacceptable issue.
- A major challenge now is rebalancing views on legal immigration and its cultural impact.
Assimilation Crucial for Immigration
- Mass legal immigration from third world countries without assimilation threatens cultural cohesion.
- Assimilation is key; immigration without assimilation is invasion, impacting America's cities negatively.
Immigrant's 'Boot Camp' Experience
- Representative Mana Abdi described moving from Somalia to Kansas City as a "boot camp," reflecting shock at the new environment.
- This shows the struggles some immigrants face adjusting to American life under mass migration policies.