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A New Phase in Trump's Immigration Fight
Mar 19, 2025
Michelle Hackman, a WSJ reporter specializing in immigration, discusses how the Trump administration is now targeting immigrants who arrived through a Biden-era humanitarian parole program, affecting many fleeing the Russia-Ukraine conflict. She delves into the evolution of immigration policies, the shift from deportations to initiatives like Uniting for Ukraine, and the emotional turmoil faced by immigrants amid these legal changes. Listeners also hear personal stories that highlight the challenges and resilience of those navigating this uncertain landscape.
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- The Trump administration's strategy now targets legally admitted immigrants under humanitarian parole, complicating their legal standing in the U.S.
- Despite initial promises of mass deportations, actual numbers remain low, leading to frustration and a shift in criteria for deportation.
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Trump's Immigration Promises vs. Reality
President Trump initially pledged to launch a vast deportation campaign targeting millions of illegal immigrants, particularly those who had committed crimes. However, the actual implementation of these mass deportations has fallen short of expectations, leading to frustration among Trump and his administration. Deportation numbers have not significantly increased compared to those under the Biden administration, prompting a shift in strategy to broaden the criteria for who can be deported. This expansion has included legal immigrants, such as those on humanitarian parole, who now face potential deportation despite having entered the U.S. legally.
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