
Jonathan Blitzer
Staff writer for The New Yorker covering immigration and deportation policy. His work explores the human cost and political implications of immigration enforcement.
Top 10 podcasts with Jonathan Blitzer
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Dec 6, 2024 • 29min
Inside Donald Trump’s Mass-Deportation Plans
Jonathan Blitzer, a Staff writer at The New Yorker and author of "Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here," dives into the ramifications of Donald Trump's mass-deportation plans. He discusses the chilling rhetoric surrounding immigration and details the potential shift in I.C.E. policies that may transform schools and hospitals into places of fear. Blitzer warns about the unprecedented territory the new administration could enter, highlighting the push to create terror as a tactic. He also draws historical parallels to past immigration enforcement and its impact on communities.

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Dec 9, 2024 • 29min
Inside Donald Trump’s Mass-Deportation Plans
Jonathan Blitzer, a staff writer at The New Yorker and author of "Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here," dives deep into the implications of Donald Trump's mass-deportation plans. He discusses how the new administration could use military resources and legal loopholes to implement aggressive immigration policies. Blitzer highlights the shift in I.C.E. policies, predicting arrests in schools and hospitals, creating a climate of fear. He also reflects on the humanitarian challenges posed by these strategies, urging a reconsideration of public narratives around undocumented immigrants.

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Apr 3, 2025 • 32min
The Lives Ruined by Trump's Deportation Machine
Jonathan Blitzer, a New Yorker staff writer and immigration expert, joins Nick Miroff from The Atlantic to delve into the devastating realities of Trump-era deportations. They share alarming stories of innocent individuals, including the harrowing case of Andri José, seeking asylum after escaping persecution. The discussion highlights the dehumanizing conditions in U.S. immigration detention and the misinterpretation of tattoos as gang affiliation leading to wrongful deportations. These personal narratives expose the profound impact of immigration policies on families and communities.

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Aug 13, 2025 • 43min
What Happens After Someone Is Arrested by ICE?
Jonathan Blitzer, a Staff Writer for The New Yorker focused on immigration, delves into the troubling shift in immigration policy under Trump. He discusses alarming tactics of ICE's interior deportations, including separating families and restricting legal representation, highlighting the emotional burdens faced by those affected. Blitzer critiques the inadequate Democratic response and considers how public outrage might mitigate the administration’s aggressive measures. With personal stories and insights, he casts a stark light on the human cost of these policies.

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Feb 4, 2025 • 59min
The Reality at the Border with Jonathan Blitzer
Jonathan Blitzer, a staff writer at The New Yorker and author of "Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here," dives deep into the complexities of U.S. immigration policies. He critiques the misguided approaches of the Trump administration and discusses historical roots influencing current crises. Blitzer sheds light on the evolving asylum law since the 1980 Refugee Act, explores factors driving the 2014 immigration surge from Central America, and underscores the crucial role of undocumented immigrants in rebuilding communities like Los Angeles.

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Jul 12, 2024 • 51min
What the Media Get Wrong About Immigration
Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker immigration reporter, discusses Cold War roots of Central American migration to US. Brooke explores Congress' failure to reform immigration. Iyad el-Baghdadi discusses decolonization in Israel-Palestine conflict.

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Mar 5, 2024 • 33min
A Dearth Of Sinemaphiles
Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema's announcement to leave her position, The New York Times' union alleging racial profiling, analysis on MENA, discussion on journalism integrity, controversies around Kirsten Cinema, and insights on immigration politics and asylum challenges with Alejandro Mayorkas.

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Apr 10, 2025 • 34min
He’s a makeup artist seeking asylum. Why was he targeted by ICE?
Jonathan Blitzer, a seasoned immigration staff writer for The New Yorker and author of 'Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here', sheds light on the troubling deportation of Venezuelan migrants. He highlights the harrowing journey of Andrew, a gay makeup artist, wrongfully detained for supposed gang affiliations. Blitzer critiques ICE's practices, revealing the lack of criminal records among deportees. The discussion exposes political silence amid community efforts to support those affected, emphasizing the urgent need for advocacy in the face of injustice.

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Aug 18, 2025 • 27min
How Trump Brought Home a Murderer
Jonathan Blitzer, a staff writer at The New Yorker specializing in immigration, dives into the controversial U.S.-Venezuela prisoner swap under Trump. He reveals how over 250 Venezuelans were traded for 10 Americans, including a convicted murderer. The discussion touches on the brutal realities of prison life, ethical implications of the swap, and internal dissent within the State Department. Blitzer highlights the complexities of negotiating with authoritarian regimes and the troubling impact of harsh immigration policies on human rights.

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Feb 23, 2025 • 29min
Who’s Running America… Trump’s Policy Chief (Stephen Miller)
In this discussion, Jonathan Blitzer, a Staff writer at The New Yorker, offers deep insights into Stephen Miller's controversial career as a key architect of Trump's policies. Former camp mate Chris Moody shares intriguing anecdotes from their shared teenage years, shedding light on Miller’s early formation of conservative beliefs. The conversation delves into Miller's impact on immigration policy, his unwavering loyalty to Trump, and how he maneuvered through the political landscape during tumultuous times.