Michelle Hackman, a WSJ reporter specializing in immigration during the Trump administration, dives into the sweeping changes to U.S. immigration policy after Trump took office. She details the aggressive executive orders aimed at both legal and illegal immigration. The appointment of a new 'border czar,' Tom Homan, brings focus on a stringent enforcement approach, including controversial strategies like family separation and mass deportations. Hackman also contrasts these methods with the subsequent Biden administration's policies.

WSJ reporter Michelle Hackman discusses Biden's new asylum policy crackdown at the border, drawing parallels to Trump's 2018 move. The podcast explores the challenges and history of asylum rights, the impact on immigration policy, and the administration's approach to addressing voter concerns on illegal crossings.

Join Michelle Hackman, an immigration reporter for The Wall Street Journal, as she dives into the implications of the recently signed Lakin-Riley Act. The act enforces detaining undocumented immigrants accused of crimes, sparking fears in vulnerable communities. Hackman explores how ICE's approach under Trump contrasts with previous administrations, raising concerns about community safety and economic impact. The discussion reveals the growing anxiety among Latino populations and the dangerous allure of fraudulent legal services amid their immigration struggles.