Isabela Dias

Susan Rice, former National Security Advisor and U.S. Ambassador to the UN, joins reporters Noah Lanard and Isabela Dias to discuss critical immigration issues. They dive into the wrongful deportation of a Maryland father, raising concerns about due process. The conversation critiques U.S. foreign policy and its impact on global alliances, particularly with authoritarian regimes. They also explore the absurdities of ICE’s practices and the moral complexities surrounding deportation policies affecting vulnerable migrants.

Isabela Dias, an immigration reporter for Mother Jones, dives into the contentious topic of birthright citizenship. She discusses the recent Supreme Court ruling that limits lower courts’ ability to challenge executive actions, a significant win for Trump’s agenda. The conversation reveals how changing definitions of citizenship and attempts to reinterpret the 14th Amendment could reshape the future for millions, especially undocumented families. What might a world without birthright citizenship mean for American identity and legal precedent? It’s a thought-provoking exploration.

Isabela Dias, an immigration reporter for Mother Jones, dives into the heated debate over Donald Trump's vow to end birthright citizenship. She discusses the legal complexities tied to the 14th Amendment and the historical roots of this right in American law. The conversation reveals how the Wong Kim Ark case established citizenship rights amidst racial biases. Dias also examines potential strategies to overturn this constitutional guarantee, highlighting the profound implications for American identity and the ongoing immigration discourse.