
Ahilan Arulanantham
Co-Director of the Center for Immigration Law and Policy at the UCLA School of Law. He is currently suing the Trump administration, fighting their efforts to remove temporary protected status from a bunch of Venezuelan and Haitian migrants.
Top 5 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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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.

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.