Aaron Reichlin-Melnick

Dahlia Lithwick is joined by Aaron Reichlin-Melnick, a Senior Fellow and immigration policy expert at the American Immigration Council. They dive into the whirlwind of executive orders from Trump that aim to reshape immigration law. Aaron highlights how these policies threaten vulnerable groups, particularly immigrants and asylum seekers, and discusses the constitutional implications at play. They also explore the tensions between humanitarian values and harsh rhetoric, emphasizing the critical role of advocacy in these tumultuous times.

Aaron Reichlin-Melnick, Senior Fellow at the American Immigration Council, tackles the complexities of Trump's immigration policies. He discusses the wrongful deportation case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, highlighting the Supreme Court's involvement and President Bukele's refusal to facilitate his return. The conversation dives into the controversial proposal to send U.S. citizens to El Salvador and the alarming conditions of migrant detentions. Aaron stresses the ethical implications of these policies and raises concerns about civil liberties in the current political climate.

In this insightful discussion, guest Aaron Reichlin-Melnick, a Senior Fellow at the American Immigration Council, delves into the troubling rulings surrounding the deportation of Venezuelans during the Trump administration. He interprets Sonia Sotomayor's powerful dissent, which highlights alarming risks to due process and the potential for wrongful deportations. Reichlin-Melnick also examines the haunting implications of legal errors in cases like that of Kilmar Abrego Garcia and emphasizes the critical need for judicial safeguards against government overreach.

In this engaging discussion, Aaron Reichlin-Melnick, a Senior Fellow at the American Immigration Council, sheds light on the troubling deportations of Venezuelans under the Trump administration. He breaks down the Supreme Court's recent decisions, revealing the precarious situation of individuals like Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was deported by mistake. Reichlin-Melnick highlights Justice Sonia Sotomayor's powerful dissent, warning against government overreach and stressing the critical need for accountability in immigration enforcement.

Catherine Franke, a former Columbia Law School professor, discusses the troubling influence of money in judicial elections and the tension surrounding governance at elite universities. John Nichols analyzes the political dynamics of Wisconsin's recent judicial showdown, highlighting voter attitudes towards funding in politics. Aaron Reichland-Melnick sheds light on the harsh realities faced by immigrant students and the drastic shifts in immigration policy under the Trump administration, emphasizing the critical need for legal representation and support in American democracy.