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Joseph Azam
Board chair of the Afghan-American Foundation and community advocate who speaks about the impacts of U.S. immigration policy on Afghan evacuees and Afghan-American communities.
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Dec 4, 2025
• 55min
What Trump’s ‘Pause’ on Asylum Decisions Means for the Bay Area’s Afghan Community and Beyond
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Joseph Azam, board chair of the Afghan-American Foundation, discusses the fear gripping Afghan communities in the Bay Area following a recent asylum-related incident. Karen Musalo, a law professor and asylum expert, weighs in on the legality of Trump’s asylum pause. They explore the devastating impact on traumatized asylum seekers, critiques of vetting claims, and the broader implications for U.S. immigration policy. The conversation emphasizes the ethical responsibilities and historical contexts surrounding U.S. interventions and refugee obligations.
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