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, a Senior Fellow and former policy director at the American Immigration Council, dives into the recent wave of immigration-related executive orders from President Trump. He discusses the legal implications and potential constitutional crises stemming from these actions. The conversation highlights the militarization of immigration enforcement and its challenges in the courts, as well as the fears among immigrant communities. Through it all, he emphasizes the need for compassion and understanding in a rapidly changing legal landscape.

Immigration expert Aaron Reichlin-Melnick discusses the stark differences in immigration policies under Trump vs. Biden, highlighting the challenges faced by refugees, asylum seekers, and migrants. The conversation delves into the impact of border policies, demographic shifts in migrant populations, and the need for improved support services for newcomers. They also analyze diplomatic strategies, bipartisan efforts in immigration reform, and the complexities of U.S. immigration policies.

Immigration expert Aaron Reichlin-Melnick discusses immigration policies under Trump vs. Biden, asylum system status, challenges in legal immigration, border policies' impact on crossings, and diplomatic hurdles in U.S.-Mexico relations. The conversation dives into legal immigration complexities, bipartisan efforts to update border legislation, and the interconnection between legal immigration policies and border issues.

Immigration expert Aaron Reichlin-Melnick delves into the differences between Trump and Biden's immigration policies, including border enforcement and the asylum system. They discuss the impact of Title 42, border crossings, and bipartisan efforts for reform. Reichlin-Melnick highlights challenges in legal immigration, resource constraints, and the need for comprehensive solutions.