The Dispatch Podcast The Public Shifts on Immigration
Jan 16, 2026
Join political commentator Sarah Isgur, author Jonah Goldberg, and policy analyst Grayson Logue as they dive into the aftermath of a tragic ICE shooting in Minneapolis and its impact on public opinion regarding immigration enforcement. Sarah discusses the pitfalls of single-issue polling, while Jonah suggests treating immigration policy like a portfolio. Grayson critiques the administration's aggressive tactics, warning of backlash. The trio also explores the implications of a DOJ probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell and even speculates on the geopolitical significance of Greenland.
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Video Shapes Public Opinion On Enforcement
- Widespread video footage shifted public opinion against aggressive interior immigration enforcement.
- Quinnipiac found 57% disapprove of ICE enforcement and 53% said the Renee Good shooting was not justified.
Immigration Is A Bundle Voters Weigh
- Immigration preferences are a bundled set of policies, not single-issue choices.
- Voters may accept harsh border enforcement while rejecting aggressive interior operations.
Theatrics Drive Enforcement Strategy
- The Trump administration favors theatrical, highly visible immigration tactics for deterrence and politics.
- That dramatized approach risks alienating voters who dislike interior enforcement theatrics.
