Post Reports How Trump tried to build a lawsuit-proof travel ban
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Jun 10, 2025 
David Nakamura, immigration reporter for The Washington Post, dives deep into the complexities of Trump's latest travel ban. He discusses its impact on travelers from over a dozen countries, including concerns over family reunifications and national security. Nakamura reveals the strategic legal crafting behind the ban designed to withstand judicial scrutiny, while also exploring the muted public reactions and the perspective of immigrant rights advocates. The conversation sheds light on how immigration policy is wielded as both a social and political tool.
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Travel Ban Targets and Controversies
- The travel ban targets mainly immigrants from specific countries for national security and visa overstay concerns.
- Critics view it as politically motivated and question its consistency and fairness.
Muted Public Reaction
- The public response to the new travel ban was much more muted compared to 2017.
- Ongoing immigration policy shocks may have desensitized protesters and the public to new bans.
Careful Planning and Political Timing
- The 2025 travel ban was planned over time, unlike the hastily rolled out 2017 ban.
- The administration timed the announcement to politically leverage recent events like the Boulder attack.