How Trump's immigration policy has evolved
Summary
Hosts Miles Parks, Jimena Bustillo, and Frank Ordóñez analyze how Trump's immigration policies have expanded beyond illegal entry to disrupt legal visas and TPS. They discuss the political fallout in key midterm races like Texas and North Carolina, while Bustillo details controversial changes to immigration court procedures that may fast-track deportations. The episode also marks Bustillo's final appearance as she departs NPR.
Topics discussed
Introduction: Hosts and the shift in immigration policy
Broadening scope: From illegal entry to legal visa holders
By the numbers: Border crossings, detention, and arrests
White House narrative and the debate over enforcement limits
Impact on US citizens and the Latino voter base
Immigration's role in the 2026 midterm election cycle
TPS deadline confusion for Salvadoran residents
Key midterm races: Texas, North Carolina, and Maine
Commercial break
How immigration courts work and recent procedural changes
Reports of hearings moved to non-court locations
Due process concerns and the role of ICE in hearings
Fast-tracking deportations and judge pressure
Future campaign strategy and voter mobilization
Farewell to co-host Jimena Bustillo
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