Jose Olivares

In this engaging discussion, investigative journalist Jose Olivares unpacks the latest changes in U.S. immigration policy. He shares insights on how recent executive orders are impacting asylum seekers and fueling undocumented crossings. The emotional struggles migrants face, especially during political shifts, come to light as Olivares highlights stories from the border. The conversation also addresses the portrayal of immigrants and the implications of designating drug cartels as terrorists, revealing the complex interplay of security and human rights.

Jose Olivares, an investigative journalist, Grace Carney, a staff attorney at the Legal Aid Society, and Christina Rodriguez, a Yale law professor, delve into the legal complexities surrounding Trump's deportation policies. They explore the controversial collaboration between the U.S. and El Salvador under President Bukele, who accepts deportees, often unlawfully. The guests discuss the Supreme Court's recent rulings halting deportations, the implications of Bukele's governance on civil rights, and the personal stories of those caught in the crossfire of these policies.

Jose Olivares, an investigative journalist specializing in immigration policies, shares insights on the current state of the U.S.-Mexico border. He discusses the dire conditions faced by 30,000 migrants seeking asylum. The conversation highlights the emotional toll on families, particularly on Inauguration Day, and examines the complications of recent changes in asylum regulations. Olivares also addresses the impact of Trump-era policies that categorize migrants as threats, and the ongoing debate around birthright citizenship amid tighter restrictions.