Factually! with Adam Conover We’re not ready for what’s coming.
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Jul 25, 2025 Discover the alarming rise of U.S. immigration enforcement and its implications, as resources shift towards a powerful internal deportation force. Delve into controversial legislation that prioritizes tax cuts for the wealthy while undermining healthcare for the vulnerable. Explore personal stories that illuminate the fear and societal shifts driven by aggressive immigration policies. Finally, hear about the inspiring resilience of communities uniting against militarization and standing up for their rights.
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Devastating Impact of New Legislation
- The One Big Beautiful Bill Act massively cuts health care and food assistance while benefiting the rich.
- It also increases the federal debt and stops clean energy incentives, harming the environment and public health.
ICE Becoming a Military Force
- ICE's funding is set to grow until it becomes the 16th largest military force globally by 2029.
- This means a dramatic reorientation of U.S. law enforcement resources to focus on immigration enforcement.
Massive ICE Expansion Planned
- The bill allocates vast resources to border walls and detention centers, vastly expanding detention capacity.
- It also budgets for 10,000 new ICE officers, institutionalizing massive anti-immigrant enforcement.