
Ahilan Arulanantham
Law professor and co-director of the Center for Immigration Law and Policy at UCLA, providing expert analysis on denaturalization law and legal protections in federal court.
Top 10 podcasts with Ahilan Arulanantham
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Sep 13, 2025 • 51min
Dear Justice Kavanaugh, “I’m American, Bro”
Ahilan Arulanantham, a seasoned human rights lawyer and UCLA law professor, joins the conversation to dissect a recent Supreme Court ruling that paves the way for racial profiling by ICE. They explore how this decision impacts both immigrants and U.S. citizens, especially within marginalized communities. The chilling reality of heightened fear around immigration enforcement in Los Angeles is highlighted, along with critical discussions on the misuse of legal concepts like reasonable suspicion and the implications for Fourth Amendment rights.

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Oct 13, 2025 • 49min
Amicus | Dear Justice Kavanaugh, “I’m American, Bro”
Ahilan Arulanantham, a human rights lawyer and UCLA law professor, joins to discuss a controversial Supreme Court ruling that has been interpreted as legalizing racial profiling by ICE. He elaborates on the implications for both immigrants and U.S. citizens, detailing how the ruling could usher in a new era of scrutiny for communities of color. Arulanantham also critiques Justice Kavanaugh's reliance on unsupported claims and the broader lawless trends in immigration enforcement, urging for local resistance and highlighting the ruling's potential to infringe on civil liberties.

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Jun 18, 2025 • 30min
Kristi Noem Understands the Assignment
Seth Tupper, Editor-in-Chief of the South Dakota Searchlight, and Ahilan Arulanantham, Co-Director of the Center for Immigration Law and Policy, dive into Kristi Noem's swift rise to power and her controversial role in immigration enforcement. They discuss her actions during protests and the impact on migrants facing deportation. Tupper shares insights from Noem’s political journey, while Arulanantham discusses ongoing legal battles against the Trump administration's policies. Together, they unravel the complexities of power dynamics within the Department of Homeland Security.

Jun 9, 2025 • 56min
Trump Deploys National Guard Troops to Los Angeles
Saul Gonzalez, co-host of The California Report, discusses the National Guard's deployment in LA amid protests against ICE raids. Ahilan Arulanantham, a UCLA law professor, shares insights on the legal implications of this controversial move. Gustavo Solis, an investigative border reporter, highlights the impact of ICE enforcement on immigrant communities. Together, they explore reactions to the military presence, California's legal challenges against the Trump administration, and the evolving landscape of immigration policy amid civil unrest.

Dec 10, 2025 • 32min
When can the U.S. government actually revoke citizenship?
Ahilan Arulanantam, a law professor at UCLA specializing in immigration law, and Irina Manta from Hofstra University join the discussion on denaturalization. They explore how the U.S. government can revoke citizenship, primarily for fraud during naturalization. The professors reveal the rarity of such cases, warn against potential chilling effects on political expression, and discuss the complexities of deportation following denaturalization. They highlight concerns over broader interpretations by the DOJ and the legal limits surrounding mass denaturalizations.

Sep 17, 2025 • 56min
LA Immigrant Communities on Edge After Supreme Court Ruling on ICE Arrests
Join law professor Ahilan Arulanantham, California Attorney General Rob Bonta, immigration advocate Marissa Montes, and journalist Andrea Castillo as they unpack the ramifications of a recent Supreme Court ruling on ICE arrests. They discuss the heightened fears among immigrant communities in Los Angeles and the potential for increased racial profiling. The guests share insights on state legal strategies, the on-the-ground impact of raids, and how people can support affected families amid ongoing changes in immigration enforcement.

Sep 13, 2025 • 51min
Amicus | Dear Justice Kavanaugh, “I’m American, Bro”
Ahilan Arulanantham, a human rights lawyer and law professor at UCLA, discusses a recent Supreme Court ruling that effectively legalizes racial profiling by ICE. He explains how this decision could impact not only immigrants but U.S. citizens as well, particularly those with brown skin. The conversation delves into the complexities of immigration law, the implications of reasonable suspicion, and critiques Justice Kavanaugh’s views on undocumented immigrants. Arulanantham highlights the societal fear and challenges faced by Latino communities due to these legal shifts.

Jun 18, 2025 • 30min
What Next | Kristi Noem Understands the Assignment
Seth Tupper, Editor-in-Chief of the South Dakota Searchlight, and Ahilan Arulanantham, Co-Director of the Center for Immigration Law and Policy, delve into the rise of Kristi Noem and her power dynamics within the Trump administration. They discuss her controversial tactics in Homeland Security, highlighting military crackdowns on protests and ambitious immigration policies. The dialogue also touches on Noem's political maneuvers, including the pandemic-related fireworks at Mount Rushmore and her evolving public image amidst legal battles over immigration rights.

Jan 3, 2025 • 56min
Trump Allies Already Pressuring State Leaders on Immigration
Hamed Aleaziz, a New York Times reporter on immigration policy, joins experts like Ahilan Arulanantham from UCLA Law and Francisco Ugarte, managing attorney with the SF Public Defender's office. They unpack the implications of a recent threat directed at California's sanctuary policies by Trump ally Stephen Miller’s organization. Discussions include potential legal repercussions for state officials, strategies for resisting federal deportation efforts, and the promising response from local jurisdictions in defending immigrant rights and challenging federal overreach.

Nov 19, 2024 • 56min
Could Donald Trump’s Mass Deportation Proposals Become a Reality?
Ahilan Arulanantham, a UCLA Law professor and former ACLU Legal Director, shares insights on the potential realities of Trump's mass deportation proposals. He discusses the impact of ending DACA and Temporary Protected Status on vulnerable immigrant communities. Arulanantham highlights the legal hurdles these proposals may face and the changing landscape of federal courts. He also addresses the implications for immigrant families and the importance of grassroots activism in response to shifting immigration policies.


