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The latest episode of “Parsing Immigration Policy” highlights skilled immigration policies, their impact, and ways to improve the legal immigration programs. Featuring Dr. Norman Matloff, emeritus professor at UC Davis and a leading expert on the H-1B visa program, this episode breaks down how current policies are reshaping the U.S. labor market, undercutting American workers, and benefiting major tech companies at the expense of bringing the true “best and brightest” to the U.S.
Key topics covered:
The H-1B Visa System: Why America’s leading tech companies, like Intel and Google, are more harmful than the “body shops” that contract out cheap foreign labor.
The Green Card Process: The green card process is badly flawed. How sponsorship by big tech artificially expands the workforce, limiting opportunities and lowering wages for Americans.
The Myth of “Best and Brightest”: The reality behind claims that H-1B visa holders are exceptional talents—and how companies game the system. How can true talent be identified.
Age Discrimination & Wage Suppression: How H-1B policies favor entry-level workers, leading to lost expertise and lower salaries in STEM fields.
Foreign Students & Green Cards: Are we admitting too many? How universities exploit foreign student labor and what changes are needed.
Fixing the System: Ideas for reform, options explored include limiting green cards to top PhDs, implementing merit-based testing, numerical caps on students
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Fixing the System: Ideas for reform, options explored include limiting green cards to top PhDs, implementing merit-based testing, numerical caps on students
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Does America Need More Foreign Tech Workers, No
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- Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad.
- President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act.
- Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech.
- Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977.
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- House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019.
- Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance.
- Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor.
- Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".
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The latest episode of “Parsing Immigration Policy” highlights skilled immigration policies, their impact, and ways to improve the legal immigration programs. Featuring Dr. Norman Matloff, emeritus professor at UC Davis and a leading expert on the H-1B visa program, this episode breaks down how current policies are reshaping the U.S. labor market, undercutting American workers, and benefiting major tech companies at the expense of bringing the true “best and brightest” to the U.S.
Key topics covered:
The H-1B Visa System: Why America’s leading tech companies, like Intel and Google, are more harmful than the “body shops” that contract out cheap foreign labor.
The Green Card Process: The green card process is badly flawed. How sponsorship by big tech artificially expands the workforce, limiting opportunities and lowering wages for Americans.
The Myth of “Best and Brightest”: The reality behind claims that H-1B visa holders are exceptional talents—and how companies game the system. How can true talent be identified.
Age Discrimination & Wage Suppression: How H-1B policies favor entry-level workers, leading to lost expertise and lower salaries in STEM fields.
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Fixing the System: Ideas for reform, options explored include limiting green cards to top PhDs, implementing merit-based testing, numerical caps on students
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Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies.
Guest
Norm Matloff is an emeritus professor at UC Davis.
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Norman Matloff on the H-1B Program and Related Issues
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The H-1B Visa System: Why America’s leading tech companies, like Intel and Google, are more harmful than the “body shops” that contract out cheap foreign labor.
The Green Card Process: The green card process is badly flawed. How sponsorship by big tech artificially expands the workforce, limiting opportunities and lowering wages for Americans.
The Myth of “Best and Brightest”: The reality behind claims that H-1B visa holders are exceptional talents—and how companies game the system. How can true talent be identified.
Age Discrimination & Wage Suppression: How H-1B policies favor entry-level workers, leading to lost expertise and lower salaries in STEM fields.
Foreign Students & Green Cards: Are we admitting too many? How universities exploit foreign student labor and what changes are needed.
Fixing the System: Ideas for reform, options explored include limiting green cards to top PhDs, implementing merit-based testing, numerical caps on students
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Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies.
Guest
Norm Matloff is an emeritus professor at UC Davis.
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How the H-1B System Undercuts American Workers
Norman Matloff on the H-1B Program and Related Issues
Why Legal Immigration Numbers Matter
Does America Need More Foreign Tech Workers, No
To Get the ‘Best and Brightest’ H-1B Workers, the US Must Reform the Program
Musk Is Right About H-1Bs
A Look Behind the Curtain at One H-1B Body Shop
Intro MontageVoices in the opening montage:
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- Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad.
- President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act.
- Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech.
- Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977.
- Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview.
- Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview.
- House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019.
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedFieldwork undertaken by the Center for Immigration Studies reveals a border now under control, offering clear evidence that the border crisis was never an unstoppable force but rather the result of policy decisions. Last week the Center sent analysts to the Border Patrol’s San Diego Sector and across the border to Tijuana, and to the El Paso Sector and across the border to Juarez. These two border sectors had some of the heaviest migrant traffic over the last few years, but now the numbers have plummeted. Center researchers Andrew Arthur and Todd Bensman join Parsing Immigration Policy to discuss what they saw and what policies are making the difference, and three tools in particular: Infrastructure – Expanded fencing and additional concertina wire have been added. Manpower – Border Patrol agents are forward-deployed, no longer being pulled off the line for processing migrants. Criminal Prosecutions – Not only are apprehended migrants no longer being released, but illegal entry is increasingly being handled as a criminal offense, with first-time illegal-crossers facing up to six months in a federal penitentiary. In his closing commentary, host Mark Krikorian, the Center’s executive director, explains the Alien Enemies Act, enacted in 1798, which is now in the headlines due to the Trump administration using it as the basis for the swift deportation of a group of Venezuelan gang members. The law can only be triggered by a declared war, an invasion, or a predatory incursion by a foreign nation or government. Its application faces legal challenges and will likely reach the Supreme Court. Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies Guests Andrew Arthur is a Resident Fellow in Law and Policy at the Center for Immigration Studies. Todd Bensman is a Senior National Security Fellow at the Center for Immigration Studies. Related A Border 'Peace Dividend' Eye-Popping February CBP Numbers Show How the Border Has Changed under Trump The 225-year-old 'Alien Enemies Act' Needs to Come Out of Retirement Trump Prepares to Use of the Alien Enemies Act Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe latest episode of the Center for Immigration Studies podcast series features a discussion between guest host Marguerite Telford, the Center’s Director of Communications, and Steven Camarota, the Center’s Director of Research. Camarota’s interview highlights a recently released analysis that examines the size and growth of the foreign-born population in the January Current Population Survey, the first government survey to be adjusted to better reflect the recent surge in illegal immigrants. The analysis finds that the foreign-born or immigrant population (legal and illegal together) hit 53.3 million and 15.8 percent of the total U.S. population in January 2025 — both new record highs. Telford and Camarota continue the discussion, hitting topics both in the analysis and those effected by immigration stock and flow, including population projections, employment, education levels, assimilation, and more. Host Marguerite Telford is the Director of Communications at the Center for Immigration Studies Guest Steven Camarota is the Director of Research at the Center for Immigration Studies. Related Foreign-Born Number and Share of U.S. Population at All-Time Highs in January 2025 The Declining Education Level of Newly Arrived Immigrants Working-Age, but Not Working, 1960 to 2024 Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThis week’s episode of Parsing Immigration Policy reminds listeners of the threats that made President Trump's recent Executive Order, "Protecting the United States from Foreign Terrorists and Other National Security and Public Safety Threats," necessary. The Center for Immigration Studies maintains a comprehensive database detailing examples of preventable federal government vetting failures which resulted in the entry of individuals who posed a threat to national security. Todd Bensman, the Center’s national security fellow, has recently added new cases into the database, highlighting the need for the improvement of U.S. vetting processes. “The Center’s database offers valuable insights for preventing future threats,” said Bensman. “I hope this crucial tool for understanding past failures will be useful to the Trump administration’s renewed robust security vetting efforts.” Key Highlights: Purpose: The database identifies fail points in the complex immigration security screening system, providing insights for homeland security agencies and congressional overseers to strengthen future vetting processes. Analysis: Each entry includes an after-action report detailing what went wrong, offering lessons to improve future vetting procedures. Users can access all primary research materials used in the analyses. Notable Cases Highlighted: The database contains over 50 entries revealing the entry of foreign threat actors, including a Brazilian ex-police officer who had committed mass murder; a Bosnian war criminal who ran prison camps and was involved in brutal interrogations, torturing, and the killing of inmates; and an Egyptian student who was involved in a plot to bomb the Israeli embassy. Historical Context: The 9/11 attacks prompted a comprehensive overhaul of U.S. immigration vetting processes. The year 2008 was chosen as the starting date for collecting vetting failure cases on the assumption that the first series of 9/11 visa vetting reforms would have fully vested by then and because significant new process improvements were implemented that year. In his closing commentary, Mark Krikorian, the Center's executive director and podcast host, highlights President Trump's success in securing the border, achieving the lowest level of apprehensions recorded in history. Will this administration and future administrations stay vigilant? Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies Guest Todd Bensman is a National Security Fellow at the Center for Immigration Studies. Related Database: National Security Vetting Failures Egyptian Student Added to CIS National Security Vetting Failures Database Afghan Evacuee Added to CIS National Security Vetting Database Brazilian Mass Murderer Who Slipped through U.S. Vetting Three Times Is Added to CIS Database Panel: A New Database of Vetting Failures Commonplace: They Said It Couldn't Be Done The Greatest Mass MIgration Border Crisis in U.S. History Is Over Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe latest episode of the Center for Immigration Studies podcast series features guest host Senior National Security Fellow Todd Bensman in conversation with Jaeson Jones, a leading expert on Mexican cartels and a border correspondent. This timely discussion highlights the recent designation of six Mexican drug cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) by the Trump administration and the multifaceted approach by all levels of government that this permits, allowing the U.S. to combat the cartels in sync with the Mexican government. Key topics covered include: Evolution of Mexican Cartels: Exploration of how Mexican cartels, now in 65 countries around the world, have transitioned from organized crime syndicates to parallel governments in Mexico, exhibiting extreme violence and governmental infiltration. Advocacy for FTO Designation: Discussion on Jones’ rationale for advocating for the FTO designation, emphasizing the need for enhanced legal frameworks to effectively combat the rapid and violent operations of cartels. Strategic Framework Post-Designation: Analysis of the comprehensive approach required to dismantle cartel networks, underscoring the necessity for coordinated efforts across all branches of government. Implications of FTO Status: Examination of the potential outcomes of the FTO designation, including: Revocation of visas for individuals associated with designated cartels. Inclusion of cartel affiliates on no-fly lists. Enhanced capabilities to target and seize financial assets linked to cartel operations. Addressing Fentanyl Trafficking: Strategies to combat the smuggling of fentanyl, focusing on disrupting supply chains originating from countries such as China, Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh, and addressing the corruption within Mexico that facilitates these operations. Game Changer: Prediction by Jones – With the FTO designation, the number of lives we can now save is unprecedented. In his closing commentary, Bensman highlights the recent agreement between Mexico and the United States, in which Mexico will deploy 10,000 additional troops to the border, and the United States will assist in intercepting American guns that end up in cartel hands. However, Bensman notes a lack of reliable evidence supporting the claim that most of the cartels’ firearms come from U.S. gun stores. The cartels have, for years, equipped themselves with military-grade weapons from Mexico’s own corrupt military and from the armories of corrupt officials in Central American and South American nations. Host Todd Bensman is a National Security Fellow at the Center for Immigration Studies. Guest Jaeson Jones is an expert on Mexican cartels and a border correspondent. Related Jaeson Jones Website Jaeson Jones on X American Guns Are Not to Blame for Mexico’s Cartel Problem Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn the latest episode of Parsing Immigration Policy, Victor Davis Hanson, a Hoover Institution fellow, discusses the changes in U.S. immigration policy under President Trump with Mark Krikorian, the Center for Immigration Studies’ executive director. The discussion begins with acknowledging how the political landscape for Trump 2.0 differs greatly from the first Trump administration, giving President Trump maneuvering room to make major immigration policy changes. Key topics include: Border Enforcement & Deportation: A comparison of President Trump’s 2021 and 2025 immigration policies. The wisdom of Trump’s “worst first” deportation strategy. Over the last four years the composition of the illegal immigration population has changed to include a larger number of nationalities besides Mexicans. Will this weaken the cohesive lobbying effort to fight deportations? Birthright Citizenship & Legal Challenges: Trump’s executive order addressing birthright citizenship. Predictions on the potential Supreme Court battle and legislative efforts. U.S.-Mexico Relations & Economic Impact: Mexico’s shifting stance on immigration. Mexican public opinion turns against mass migration. Trump’s potential tariff and remittance restrictions as leverage. Immigration & Fertility Rates: Declining U.S. birth rates and state-level trends. Can immigration raise the national fertility rate and achieve replacement level? Immigration’s impact on native fertility. In his closing commentary, Mark Krikorian, the podcast host, highlights a new Center report, The Declining Education Level of Newly Arrived Immigrants , which finds a decline in the education level of newly arrived (the past three years) immigrants. The decline, which added greatly to the low-income population, is in stark contrast to the steady improvement in the education level in the years prior to the border surge. Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guest Victor Davis Hanson is a Fellow at the Hoover Institution. Related VictorHanson.com Trump Issues Birthright Citizenship Executive Order The Declining Education Level of Newly Arrived Immigrants Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe latest episode of Parsing Immigration Policy highlights the diplomatic initiatives supporting U.S. border security that have been undertaken by the Trump administration. Phillip Linderman, a retired State Department senior Foreign Service Officer and a Center for Immigration Studies board member, discusses actions recently taken by President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio that promote structured and lawful migration and seek to put an end to the global migration chaos. Key points: International Cooperation on Deportations – Countries such as Colombia, El Salvador, Venezuela, and Mexico have agreed to accept the return of their citizens, signaling a shift in regional migration policies. Changing U.S. Policy – The U.S. has fundamentally changed its stance, no longer encouraging unchecked migration but instead promoting legal and orderly processes. Diplomatic Leverage – The threat of tariffs and the use of tools such as Section 243(d) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), which allows the U.S. to suspend visas for countries refusing to accept deportees, has proven effective in securing cooperation. Mexico’s Role – Mexico has agreed to deploy 10,000 Mexican National Guard troops to combat human trafficking and drug smuggling at the border. El Salvador’s Role – Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele has offered to accept U.S. deportees of any nationality. Gitmo’s Role – Trump will open Guantanamo Bay to alien detainees. Economic & Political Factors – Countries reliant on remittances, such as El Salvador and Venezuela, are having to balance economic interests with security cooperation. Global Implications – The discussion explores the idea of an international migration summit and the need for updated legal frameworks outside traditional organizations like the UN. Host Jessica Vaughan is the Director of Policy Studies at the Center for Immigration Studies. Guest Phillip Linderman is a retired State Department senior Foreign Service Officer and a Center for Immigration Studies board member. Related El Salvador, Guatemala deals key to Trump deportation promises Trump Tariffs and Border Security Migrants Sent to Gitmo, India, and Potentially Venezuela Colombia's President Tests Trump on Migrant Returns, Quickly Backs Down Trump Dares to Send Criminal Aliens Back to Their New Home, Down by the (Guantanamo) Bay State Department Can Lead on Fighting Illegal Immigration and Promoting Border Security Intro MontageVoices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
The latest episode of “Parsing Immigration Policy” highlights skilled immigration policies, their impact, and ways to improve the legal immigration programs. Featuring Dr. Norman Matloff, emeritus professor at UC Davis and a leading expert on the H-1B visa program, this episode breaks down how current policies are reshaping the U.S. labor market, undercutting American workers, and benefiting major tech companies at the expense of bringing the true “best and brightest” to the U.S. Key topics covered: The H-1B Visa System: Why America’s leading tech companies, like Intel and Google, are more harmful than the “body shops” that contract out cheap foreign labor. The Green Card Process: The green card process is badly flawed. How sponsorship by big tech artificially expands the workforce, limiting opportunities and lowering wages for Americans. The Myth of “Best and Brightest”: The reality behind claims that H-1B visa holders are exceptional talents—and how companies game the system. How can true talent be identified. Age Discrimination & Wage Suppression: How H-1B policies favor entry-level workers, leading to lost expertise and lower salaries in STEM fields. Foreign Students & Green Cards: Are we admitting too many? How universities exploit foreign student labor and what changes are needed. Fixing the System: Ideas for reform, options explored include limiting green cards to top PhDs, implementing merit-based testing, numerical caps on students Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guest Norm Matloff is an emeritus professor at UC Davis. Related How the H-1B System Undercuts American Workers Norman Matloff on the H-1B Program and Related Issues Why Legal Immigration Numbers Matter Does America Need More Foreign Tech Workers, No To Get the ‘Best and Brightest’ H-1B Workers, the US Must Reform the Program Musk Is Right About H-1Bs A Look Behind the Curtain at One H-1B Body Shop Intro MontageVoices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
1 Trump’s Immigration Executive Orders Explained 46:39
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedImmigration was a defining issue in Donald Trump’s presidential campaign, and within his first week in office, he took swift action to fulfill his promises. In this week’s episode of Parsing Immigration Policy podcast, Center for Immigration Studies experts analyze the nine immigration-related Executive Orders issued in his first week in office, shaping the direction of U.S. immigration policy. Andrew Arthur, Fellow in Law and Policy, and Elizabeth Jacobs, Director of Regulatory Affairs and Policy, provide an in-depth breakdown and analysis of these executive actions and their broader impact on immigration policy. As the administration continues to roll out new immigration policies, the Center for Immigration Studies will provide ongoing expert analysis and updates.HostMark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guests Andrew Arthur is a Fellow in Law and Policy at the Center for Immigration Studies. Elizabeth Jacobs is the Director of Regulatory Affairs and Policy at the Center for Immigration Studies. Related Bullet summaries of the nine executive orders Additional CIS research and analysis on these policies Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
1 The Role of Immigration Detention and Why It is Needed 40:13
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAs President Donald Trump and Border Czar Tom Homan begin their promised deportations, the latest episode of Parsing Immigration Policy discusses immigration detention - a key element in immigration enforcement. Andrew Arthur, the Center’s Fellow in Law and Policy and a former immigration judge, details the purpose, history, and availability of immigration detention resources. Key Points: Civil, Not Criminal: Immigration detention is not a punishment but is instead a safeguard to ensure that aliens appear in court and for removal. Historical Context: Detention provisions trace back to at least the Immigration Act of 1903, steadily expanding from inadmissible aliens being detained at the ports of entry to include those entering illegally as well as for criminal aliens. Growing Need: With over 1.4 million individuals awaiting removal and a 34% no-show rate in immigration court, expanding detention capacity will become crucial to President Trump’s immigration-enforcement efforts. Detention Options: ICE facilities, private contractors, and state prisons and county jails can all house detainees. The episode examines Biden-era restrictions aimed at restricting detention space. Alternative Space: From utilizing military bases to reinstituting “Remain in Mexico” policies, the new administration should not have a problem finding adequate detention space. Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guest Andrew Arthur is a Fellow in Law and Policy at the Center for Immigration Studies. Related GAO: One-Third of Immigration Court Aliens are No-Shows U.S. Senate Testimony: Remain in Mexico Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
1 Panel Podcast: Beyond the Border - Why Legal Immigration Numbers Matter 52:03
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Center for Immigration Studies (CIS) hosted a panel to discuss the importance of immigration numbers, legal and illegal, and their impact on wages, the labor market, and the future of the American workforce. This timely panel, "Beyond the Border: Why Legal Immigration Numbers Matter," builds on the social media debate sparked by Elon Musk’s recent comment highlighting the need for more legal immigration and seeks to heighten awareness of the impact of legal immigration – both high-skilled and low-skilled. Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guests Introduction by: Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) Steven Camarota, Director of Research, CIS ( slides ) Michael Lind, Fellow at New America and author of, among others, Hell to Pay: How the Suppression of Wages is Destroying America. Hal Salzman, Rutgers University, specializing in STEM labor markets and workforce development. ( slides ) Related Panel Press Release Panel Transcript Panel Video Steven Camarota's Presentation Hal Salzman's Presentation Oped by Hal Salzman: Two Simple Reforms Can Make H-1B Visas Great Again Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
1 The First U.S. Terror Attack by Border-Crossing Islamist Extremist 38:38
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThis week’s episode of Parsing Immigration Policy focuses on the Center’s new three-part investigative series, which documents the first known terror attack in the United States committed by an illegal border-crosser. The series, titled “ First Blood: Anatomy of Border-Crosser’s Chicago Terror Attack ”, uncovers the details of the October 26, 2024, attack in Chicago, highlights the lack of media and law enforcement coverage it received, and proposes solutions to address the national security and community safety risks stemming from the Biden border crisis. Mauritanian national Sidi Mohammad Abdallahi, who crossed the U.S.–Mexico border illegally in March 2023, targeted Orthodox Jewish residents, police officers, and paramedics in Chicago in an act of jihad supporting Hamas. Abdallahi’s subsequent suicide in custody prevented a trial and further obscured the case. This week’s guest and series author, Todd Bensman, traveled to Chicago to learn more about the alarming incident and to remind the country that a border-crossing terrorist, often dismissed as a hypothetical fantasy, has, in fact, struck on U.S. soil. Bensman conducted the first-ever interview with the initial target of the attack, an Orthodox Jewish man walking to attend worship services. “Abdallahi’s attack is a wake-up call for a nation grappling with border security and counterterrorism challenges,” said Bensman. “There is a need for further investigation into his activities, associates, and motivations. Key agencies, including the FBI and DHS, must clarify their roles and reveal how this incident was allowed to unfold on their watch.” In his closing commentary, host Mark Krikorian discusses the recent House of Representatives passage of the “Laken Riley Act”, which would expand the categories of aliens whom DHS is required to detain to include those convicted of, arrested for, charged with, or who have admitted to committing “any burglary, theft, larceny, or shoplifting offense”, as those terms are defined in the jurisdiction where those acts are committed. Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guest Todd Bensman is the Senior National Security Fellow at the Center for Immigration Studies.Related Part 1: First Blood - Anatomy of Border-Crosser’s Chicago Terror Attack Part 2: Mystery Terrorist - The Unknown Life and Violent Times of Illegal Border-Crosser Sidi Mohammed Abdallahi Part 3: The Remedies - How to Lower the Risk of New Terror Strikes by Border-Crossing Islamist Extremists Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
1 Year-End Roundup Podcast: Immigration in 2024 37:14
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this year-end episode of Parsing Immigration Policy, experts from the Center for Immigration Studies discuss some of the defining immigration issues of 2024. From record-breaking numbers at the border to the administration’s controversial policies and their impacts, Mark Krikorian, the Center’s executive director, and analysts Andrew Arthur and Jessica Vaughan examine the events that shaped immigration policy this past year. Looking ahead, the panel explores what 2025 may hold: net-negative illegal immigration increased state legislation to restore integrity to the immigration system a push for amnesty for many here illegally potential national security impact of Biden policies increase in legal immigration which will cause fireworks amongst the Trump coalition With immigration positioned to remain at the forefront of national discourse, this discussion offers valuable context for the road ahead. Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guests Jessica Vaughan is the Director of Policy Studies at the Center for Immigration Studies. Andrew Arthur is the Resident Fellow in Law and Policy at the Center for Immigration Studies. Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
Mark Krikorian, Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies, addresses a recent debate on legal immigration, particularly H-1B visas, sparked on Twitter during the holiday season. The social media discussion highlighted differences between tech industry leaders who advocate for more high-skilled immigration and the President Trump’s voter base, who seek reductions in legal immigration. While illegal immigration has dominated recent debates, Krikorian emphasized the importance of addressing legal immigration reform. He outlines two potential solutions to the disagreement, both detailed in his Compact Magazine article . First, reforming the H-1B visa program by prioritizing applicants based on salary, ensuring that only the most valuable candidates receive visas. Second, reallocating visas from family-based and diversity lottery categories to skills-based categories, potentially reducing overall immigration while increasing the skill level of entrants. A panel discussion, “ Beyond the Border: Why Legal Immigration Numbers Matter ,” will be held on January 14, 2025, at the National Press Club in D.C. to discuss both high-skilled and low-skilled visa programs. The event will be live-streamed for those unable to attend in person.…
1 Regulations, Litigation, and the Post-Chevron Era: Trump’s Likely Immigration Priorities 32:17
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThis week’s episode of Parsing Immigration Policy highlights the pivotal role regulations and litigation will play in shaping U.S. immigration policy under the Trump administration. The episode features Elizabeth Jacobs, the Center’s Director of Regulatory Affairs and Policy, who talks through the top immigration regulatory moves and legal battles likely to occur during the Trump administration. Jacobs in conversation with podcast host Mark Krikorian, the Center’s executive director, describes how the Supreme Court’s recent decision overturning Chevron deference — once a cornerstone of judicial deference to agency interpretations — has reshaped the legal terrain. This landmark shift gives courts greater authority to scrutinize agency actions, making many Trump-era policies more likely to withstand judicial challenges. Key topics discussed include: Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA): The legal challenges surrounding this long-contested program, created through regulation, and its alignment with congressional intent. Optional Practical Training (OPT): How regulatory changes could curtail this massive guestworker program, created by regulation, that permits foreign nationals to work on student visas despite having completed their studies. Public Charge Rule: The potential return of Trump’s 2019 definition to replace Clinton’s definition created by memorandum that Biden returned to without public comment. Temporary Protected Status (TPS): The implications of Biden’s expansions of the protection from removal afforded under TPS and how they may face rollbacks. The first battle could start in March when TPS for aliens from El Salvador will be up for renewal. National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA): The likelihood of the new administration challenging the 14 finalized rules impacting immigration enforcement — enacted under Biden and deemed exempt from NEPA requirements. A court ruling recently disagreed. Work Authorization Policies: Reforms targeting employment permits, including H-1B visa spousal work authorizations, which include fewer restrictions than the H-1B visa itself. As Krikorian notes, “The regulatory and legal battleground will be ground zero for immigration policy starting on January 20.” Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guest Elizabeth Jacobs is the Director of Regulatory Affairs at the Center for Immigration Studies. Related Court Rejects Challenge to Work Permits for H1-B Spouses USCIS Auto-Extends Work Permits for Many TPS Beneficiaries This Week’s Other Quasi-Amnesty: Biden Orders Expansion of Work Visa Options for DACAs Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
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1 Hispanic Voting Trends: A prioritization of the American identity over background identities 43:18
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedHispanic voters, once considered a Democratic stronghold, are now a pivotal swing demographic in U.S. elections. In the latest episode of Parsing Immigration Policy, Jim Robb, Vice President of Alliances and Activism at NumbersUSA, joins the Center’s Executive Director, Mark Krikorian, to discuss this shift in voting trends and its implications for the future of American politics with the Center’s Executive Director, Mark Krikorian. In the last two presidential elections, Hispanics, the fastest growing minority group in the country, have shown a notable move toward Republican candidates. Robb highlights the political journey of Hispanic voters, the factors driving the changes, current trends, and future expectations, including: In the recent presidential election, almost every demographic group moved toward Republicans. Economic concerns like inflation, followed by immigration, were cited as the top issues for Hispanic voters in the 2024 election. Traditional identities of class and economic interests trumped racial identity politics. The political journey of Hispanic Americans and African Americans, and how they vote, are very different. Populism and nationalism trends are reshaping party dynamics. Hispanic voting trends are a catastrophe for Democrats. Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guest Jim Robb is the Vice President of Alliances and Activism at NumbersUSA. Related Slide Deck Immigration Campaign Polling Why did Hispanics vote so heavily for Donald Trump Is Demography Still Destiny after 2024 Political Migrants: Hispanic Voters on the Move Hispanics’ Voting Preferences on Immigration Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
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In the latest episode of the Center for Immigration Studies’ Parsing Immigration Policy podcast, host Mark Krikorian and CIS Fellow Andrew Arthur examine what a large-scale deportation effort might look like under the next administration. Using FY 2024 border statistics as a starting point, the episode highlights the logistical, political, and diplomatic challenges involved in cleaning-up the disaster the Biden administration has created by refusing to enforce the law. Key discussion points Include: Policy Shifts and Enforcement Challenges: Under the current administration, ICE has faced restrictions that limit detention and deportation capabilities. Arthur argues these limitations have enabled 1.4 million aliens under final removal orders to remain in the country. Logistics of Mass Deportation: The conversation explores how detention facilities, country jails, military bases, and expedited court proceedings could be leveraged, as well as the use of commercial flights for deportations. Diplomatic Complexities: Arthur outlines the challenges of, and solutions for, securing cooperation from home countries that do not accept their nationals to be returned, including using economic leverage or diplomatic incentives. There are hundreds of thousands of illegal aliens in the U.S. from recalcitrant countries, like Venezuela. Future Administrative Priorities: Arthur emphasizes that securing the border and reinstating ICE’s operational authority will be critical first steps to enacting mass deportation. In his closing remarks, Krikorian highlights a recent blog post by CIS Fellow John Miano which discusses the executive branch's broad use of work permits to bypass congressional limits on immigration. By granting Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) to individuals without statutory eligibility, successive administrations have created a parallel immigration system, undermining legislative intent. Krikorian calls for statutory reform to ensure that Congress — not the executive branch — determines who is authorized to work in the United States. Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guest Andrew Arthur is the Resident Fellow in Law and Policy at the Center for Immigration Studies Related Mass Deportation is Just Another Term for Immigration Normalcy The Executive Branch Has Created Its Own Separate Immigration System Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
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1 Inside the Administrative State: Who Has Been Driving the Immigration Agenda 40:49
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedToday’s podcast takes a deep dive into the left’s dark-money networks and their impact on federal policy, particularly immigration. Our guest, Tyler O’Neil, managing editor of The Daily Signal and author of the upcoming book, The Woketopus: The Dark Money Cabal Manipulating the Federal Government , discusses how left-leaning organizations have infiltrated and embedded their ideologies into the administrative state. Drawing from a chapter in his book on immigration, O’Neil explains the rise of the “immigration industrial complex,” where federal funds fuel non-governmental organizations (NGOs) advocating for open-border policies and facilitating the housing and transportation of illegal immigrants across the country. These NGOs have become financially dependent on government grants and contracts, which now far exceed private donations, creating a loop of influence and profit. “The Biden administration’s open-border policies have amplified the unaccompanied minors phenomenon and expanded the reach of these organizations,” O’Neil notes. “What began with refugee resettlement has exploded into a sprawling network that thrives on taxpayer dollars, even bypassing Congress’s authority in many cases.” Immigration industrial complex started with refugee resettlement, it then grew under the unaccompanied minor phenomenon caused Congress changing the law so that they could not be sent back unless they were from contiguous countries, Canada or Mexico. The organizations involved in resettling both of these populations started making a lot of money under the Biden administration. O’Neil offers practical solutions for the ordinary American to pushback against the “Woketopus” and its influence. From scrutinizing charitable donations and union dues to advocating for reforms that cut off taxpayer funding to activist NGOs, he outlines a roadmap for restoring balance in governance. Starving the beast is essential; reducing revenue streams weakens the influence of these organizations. Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guest Tyler O’Neil is an author and Managing Editor of The Daily Signal. Related The Woketopus: The Dark Money Cabal Manipulating the Federal Government Making Hate Pay: The Corruption of the Southern Poverty Law Center Tyler O'Neil's Twitter Account T yler O'Neil's The Daily Signal Author Page Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
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1 Panel: State Department Can Lead on Fighting Illegal Immigration and Promoting Border Security 38:40
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThis week’s episode of the Center for Immigration Studies podcast Parsing Immigration Policy features an in-depth discussion on the vital role the Department of State can play in combating illegal immigration and alleviating the enforcement burden. The episode revisits a previous panel hosted by the Center, which discussed Foggy Bottom and the Border: Harnessing the State Department to lead a U.S. foreign policy that fights illegal immigration and promotes border security , a Center report which includes key policy recommendations for the next administration. The topic gains fresh relevance as President-elect Donald Trump recently named Sen. Marco Rubio as his nominee for Secretary of State. Rubio’s selection comes at a pivotal time when the Department of State’s leadership could help shape U.S. immigration policy. The conversation highlights the need for the Department of State, the lead U.S. foreign affairs agency, to play a key role in tackling the current migration crisis. The panel explored how a coordinated approach within the next administration could empower State and other foreign affairs agencies to combat illegal immigration. From visa issuance and international diplomacy to integrating State Department activities with DHS, DOJ, and other federal and state authorities, the report underscores the potential of a “whole-of-government” effort to address border security effectively. Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guests Christopher Landau is a Former U.S. Ambassador to Mexico (2019-2021). Phillip Linderman is a Retired senior Foreign Service officer at the State Department and Board Member at the Center for Immigration Studies. Jessica Vaughan is the Director of Policy Studies at the Center for Immigration Studies. Related Report: Foggy Bottom and the Border Panel Press Release Panel Video Panel Transcript PRM: The Obscure State Department Bureau that Fosters Global Illegal Migration Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
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1 Optional Practical Training: A Shadow Workforce with Minimal Oversight 40:29
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Optional Practical Training program (OPT), which began as a post-graduation internship program, has evolved into the largest foreign worker program in the United States, authorizing work for years beyond graduation for foreign nationals on student visas. Notably, OPT was developed by DHS under pressure from Silicon Valley tech leaders looking for ways around worker protections built into the H-1B visa program. In the latest episode of Parsing Immigration Policy, Jon Feere, the Center’s Director of Investigations and former ICE Chief of Staff, examines the controversial OPT program. This timely discussion reveals the implications of the underregulated program that has allowed over half a million foreign students to work in the United States without work visas, impacting American employment and wages, national security, and Social Security and Medicare revenues. Key Points: Economic Impact : Employers hiring foreign students under OPT are exempt from paying Social Security and Medicare taxes, leading to an estimated $4 billion in annual lost revenue. This tax advantage can incentivize the hiring of foreign workers over Americans. Oversight Challenges : Over 7,400 schools certified by ICE to enroll foreign students rely on Designated School Officials (DSOs) to maintain and update records. These officials often face university pressure to ignore the required strict oversight. Fraudulent Practices : "Day 1 CPT" schemes allow students to work almost immediately upon arrival, undermining the educational purpose of their visas and enabling work without genuine educational intent. National Security Concerns : The unchecked growth of the OPT program poses significant national security risks, allowing foreign nationals to work for years in sensitive fields. Solutions : Limit the fields of study available to foreign students, and eliminate or significantly tighten up the OPT program to make it more manageable for DHS and less likely to have a significant impact on national security and the U.S. labor market. Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guest Jon Feere is the Director of Investigations at the Center for Immigration Studies. Related Bloomberg Investigates 'Elaborate Charade' Known as Day1 CPT Optional Practical Training for Foreign Students Now a $4 Billion Annual Tax Exemption ICE's Controversial Foreign Student Employment Programs Are Not Protecting Workers Foreign Student Fraud Case HIghlights Serious Problems Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
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Immigration shifts political power in the United States – without a single immigrant having to vote. Seats in the U.S. House of Representatives and thus votes in the Electoral College are apportioned among the states based on each one’s total population — not by the number of citizens or legal residents. The Center for Immigration Studies today released two reports explaining how this works, which are the subject of this week’s episode of Parsing Immigration Policy. The first report examines how the enormous scale of legal and illegal immigration in recent decades has redistributed House seats and electoral votes to high-immigration states, which provides a net benefit to Democrats. The second report looks at congressional districts, and shows how immigration redistributes representation from districts comprised primarily of U.S. citizens to districts with large non-citizen populations. This too has a significant partisan dimension, but it has nothing to do with non-citizens possibly voting illegally. “Because of the way reapportionment and redistricting work, immigration, including illegal immigration, redistributes political power in Washington,” said Steven Camarota, the Center’s Director of Research and lead author of both reports. He added, “This redistribution is directly proportional to the scale of legal and illegal immigration and exists independent of whether or how immigrants themselves vote.” Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guest Steven Camarota is the Director of Research at the Center for Immigration Studies. Related Press Release Estimating the impact of legal and illegal immigration on apportionment and political influence in the U.S. House and Electoral College H ow Non-Citizens Impact Political Representation and the Partisan Makeup of the U.S. House of Representatives How Many Non-Citizens Would Have to Vote to Affect the 2024 Presidential Election? Intro MontageVoices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
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1 Field Investigation Reveals Migrant Crisis in Southern Mexico 33:17
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedRecent Center for Immigration Studies field work reveals a growing crisis in the Mexican southern state of Chiapas. Why are thousands of migrants bottled up in this area near the Guatemala-Mexico border, and why are caravans forming but only moving within Chiapas? On-the-ground reporting by Todd Bensman, the Center’s national security fellow, highlights the impact of the Biden-Harris administration’s December 2023 deal with Mexico and the potential consequences leading up to and following the U.S. election. Key findings: Biden-Harris Agreement: In December 2023, the U.S. and Mexico reached a secretive deal to keep migrants in southern Mexico to reduce the appearance of a border crisis in the U.S. The deal has resulted in the Mexican military setting up roadblocks in the region, particularly around the border town of Tapachula, to slow the flow of migrants. Migrants Bottled Up: Bensman visited Tapachula, where an estimated 150,000 migrants are stranded, with 500 to 1,500 more arriving daily. The city is overwhelmed, with high poverty levels and unrest. Caravans and Military Escorts: Migrant caravans are forming, but they are not headed to the U.S. Instead, the Mexican military is escorting them to other cities within Chiapas to ease pressure on Tapachula. Bribes and mafias enable wealthier migrants to escape the blockade, but poorer migrants remain trapped. CBP One App: The U.S. extended access to the CBP One app, previously only usable in northern Mexico, to allow migrants in southern Mexico to schedule appointments for processing into the U.S. However, delays and limited access make it difficult for most to advance quickly. Upcoming Election Tension: Many migrants feel an urgency to reach the U.S. before a potential change in leadership. Those interviewed fear that a Trump win would mean a closed border and no benefits, while they believe a Harris win would maintain the status quo and provide access to benefits. In his closing commentary, Mark Krikorian, the Center’s executive director and podcast host, contends that Mexican government’s prevention of migrants from approaching the U.S. border is largely political and temporary. If the administration were serious about halting the migrant flow, they would support Panama’s efforts at the Darien Gap, to prevent migrants from getting to southern Mexico in the first place. He highlights Bensman’s recent fieldwork in Panama, where he explored the new president’s initiatives to control migrant traffic through the Darien Gap. Despite the positive implications for the U.S., the Biden-Harris administration has been slow to provide the diplomatic and financial support promised to Panama. Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guest Todd Bensman is National Security Fellow at the Center for Immigration Studies. Related CIS in the southern Mexican state of Chiapas Daily Mail Op-ed Inside ‘Zone 47’: Biden’s Ruthless Mexico Immigration Crackdown Is Working, but Media Won’t Tie Him to It Recent Sky-High Levels of Illegal Migration Are Dropping Fast — and Here’s Why Podcast: Investigating Panama’s Efforts to Cut Migration Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
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1 FEMA Funding for Illegal Immigrants: A Slush Fund for NGOs and Blue States? 32:13
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn the latest episode of Parsing Immigration Policy, the Center examines how a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) program – originally designed for homeless veterans – has evolved into a controversial funding source for illegal immigrants. This program has received wide public notice in the wake of the two recent hurricanes and claims that FEMA is putting the needs of illegal aliens ahead of Americans suffering from natural disasters. Andrew Arthur, the Center’s fellow in law and policy, walks the audience through the creation of an emergency food and shelter program in 1987 under President Reagan, its expansion and current role as a funding pipeline for NGOs and blue states to pay for the consequences of the Biden-Harris migrant crisis. Highlights: History of FEMA’s Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP): Originally meant to provide relief to homeless Vietnam veterans and others, this program has expanded beyond its intended purpose. Shift in Focus: After more than 111,000 adult migrants with children and unaccompanied minors crossed the border illegally May 2019, President Trump requested additional funds to move migrant children out of Border Patrol custody. He ultimately received the money, but only in exchange for a $30 million expansion of EFSP for transporting and housing illegal migrants. His administration unsuccessfully tried to end the program in subsequent budget requests. Biden-Harris Administration Funding Surge: Under President Biden, regular EFSP grew, but a new line item also appeared called EFSP-H, for “humanitarian”, i.e., to facilitate the settlement of illegal border-crossers. It later morphed into the FEMA Shelter and Services Program (SSP). Funding grew from the original $30 million to $650 million in 2024 – a 20-fold increase in just a few years. Much of this money is directed to NGOs and local governments in blue states. Undermining Incentives for Policy Changes: The government creates disaster through bad policy, then requests and receives funding to cope with the disaster, which is funneled to NGOs which support the policies responsible for the disaster in the first place. This removes much of the incentive to address the illegal immigration problem or to push the federal government for policy changes. Reprogramming FEMA Funds: The podcast highlights DHS’s ability to reprogram FEMA money from immigration support to disaster relief, raising questions about the prioritization of illegal immigration over natural disaster recovery. In his closing commentary, Mark Krikorian, the Center’s executive director and podcast host, highlights the arrival and expansion of the Venezuelan gang, Tren de Aragua, emphasizing that its establishment is a direct consequence of the Biden-Harris administration’s policies. Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guest Andrew Arthur is a Fellow in Law and Policy at the Center for Immigration Studies. Related Making Sense of FEMAs Migrant Payment Schemes How FEMA Distributes Moneys to Cope with the Surge of Migrants Massive Spending Bill Includes $785 Million to Feed, House and Transport Migrants Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
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1 Landmark NEPA Case Sets Precedent for Environmental Review of Immigration Policies 37:14
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe latest episode of Parsing Immigration Policy examines a groundbreaking legal case that has set a new precedent for how immigration policies intersect with environmental law. Julie Axelrod, Director of Litigation at the Center for Immigration Studies, joins the conversation to discuss the federal court’s landmark decision that holds the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) accountable for violating the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The Center bought a case against DHS on behalf of a rancher in the first case to successfully apply NEPA — often regarded as the "Magna Carta" of environmental laws — to immigration actions. NEPA, enacted in 1970, mandates that federal agencies evaluate the environmental effects of significant actions, including their impact on human environments. Yet, immigration policies have never undergone such analysis, despite their direct influence on population growth and environmental conditions.Key Highlights What is NEPA? Axelrod explains the origins of NEPA and its importance in shaping government decision-making. She emphasizes that NEPA requires agencies to "look before they leap" by conducting thorough environmental reviews before implementing actions that could affect the environment. While NEPA has long applied to policies regarding energy, agriculture, etc., immigration authorities have never been held to the same standard — until now. Why It Matters: The ruling underscores the environmental impacts of mass immigration, which contribute to population growth, urban development, and strain on natural resources. Axelrod points out that, paradoxically, environmental groups — which typically champion NEPA — have not pursued this angle, leaving the Center to lead the charge. Future Implications: The court’s decision paves the way for future lawsuits that could hold the government accountable for immigration policies' environmental consequences. Remedies: The case will now move forward to determine appropriate remedies, with briefings scheduled for later this year. Axelrod highlights the need for future public engagement and hearings to assess how immigration impacts local communities and ecosystems. In his closing remarks, Mark Krikorian, the Center’s executive director and host of the podcast, addresses the recent announcement that the U.S. government will not be renewing the parole of Haitians and Venezuelans who were let in unlawfully by the hundreds of thousands by the Biden-Harris administration. While this may seem like a tough stance, Krikorian explains that the decision is largely symbolic with no real impact and purely designed to influence the election. Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guest Julie Axelrod is the Director of Litigation at the Center for Immigration Studies. Related CIS Prevails in Challenge to Biden-Harris Immigration Actions 50th Anniversary of NEPA: Five Decades of Ignoring Environmental Impacts of Immigration Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
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1 Open Borders and the Rise of Transnational Crime 29:16
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn the latest episode of Parsing Immigration Policy, the growing threat of transnational criminal organizations, how we got here, and potential solutions to address the issue. Guest host Jon Feere, the Center’s Director of Investigation and former Chief of Staff of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is joined by retired U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Denver Field Office Director John Fabbricatore who shares insights from his new book De-Iced: America in the Era of Open Borders and Unchecked Immigration. Fabbricatore focuses on the Venezuelan transnational criminal organization “Tren de Aragua,” which has quickly established itself in the U.S., particularly in cities like Chicago and New York, and even in smaller cities like Aurora, Colorado. He explains how the gang, involved in human trafficking and drug smuggling, has been expanding rapidly since first arriving in the country in 2023. Drawing on decades of experience in immigration enforcement, Fabbricatore shares personal stories from his career, including the challenges of deporting criminals and the complexities of international law enforcement. He stresses the need for a stronger commitment to enforcing immigration laws to ensure public safety and national security. Key Points: Tren de Aragua has already established a foothold in the U.S., with an estimated 5,000 members. He warns that unless there is swift action, the gang’s influence will only continue to grow. The challenges posed by sanctuary city policies hamper ICE’s ability to tackle gang violence and organized crime: "Sanctuary policies protect criminals, not citizens." Fabbricatore criticizes the Biden-Harris administration’s handling of immigration, particularly the abuse of parole programs, which he claims has overwhelmed the system. "Our system cannot handle the flood of illegal immigrants. The chaos being created now will eventually result in a push for amnesty." Host Jon Feere is the Director of Investigations at the Center for Immigration Studies. Guest John Fabbricatore is a retired U.S. Customs and Border Protection Field Office Director. Related De-Iced: America in the Era of Open Borders and Unchecked Immigration Venezuelan Gang Stirs Fears in Colorado’s Third Largest City Sanctuary Map Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
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1 How to Scale-up Interior Immigration Enforcement 26:17
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe latest episode of Parsing Immigration Policy examines two key issues for the upcoming election: how former President Donald Trump might approach interior enforcement of immigration laws if elected, and the ideology behind the Biden-Harris policies that have led to the current border crisis. In a pre-recorded segment from a recent seminar, Andrew Arthur, the Center’s fellow in law and policy, outlines what a return to normal immigration enforcement under a Republican presidency might look like. Key topics discussed include: Prioritizing Removals: How might Trump prioritize the removal of illegal aliens? Just for starters, the priority could be to find and remove the 99 aliens on the terrorist watch list who were released under Biden-Harris policies, followed by criminal aliens, and then the 1.29 million individuals already under orders of removal. ICE and Law Enforcement: ICE will be challenged due to staffing declines under Biden-Harris in ICE’s Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) division. But officers from the other main division of ICE, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), would help make up the shortfall. Sanctuary Policies and Criminal Aliens : How state and local police might handle criminal aliens under sanctuary policies. Detention and Deportation Logistics: The use of military bases and county jails for detention, commercial and charter flights for deportations, and potential obstacles from uncooperative countries are examined. E-Verify and Workplace Enforcement: Workplace enforcement, especially E-Verify, would likely play a critical role in Trump's approach. Our special commentary in this episode is the opening statement that Mark Krikorian, the Center’s executive director, provided before the U.S. House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. He testified that the Biden-Harris administration's immigration policy is not the result of incompetence or failure but a deliberate ideological stance. Describing the current border crisis as the largest in U.S. history, he highlights the over 10 million encounters with inadmissible aliens since January 2021. The administration’s approach bypasses legal limits set by Congress and is driven by a belief in unlimited immigration. This, according to Krikorian, represents a significant departure from U.S. law and poses a challenge to national sovereignty. Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guest Andrew Arthur is the Resident Fellow in Law and Policy at the Center for Immigration Studies. Related Graph from Andrew Arthur's presentation Mark Krikorian's Testimony Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
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1 Investigating Panama’s Efforts to Cut Off Migration 43:13
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe latest podcast episode from the Center for Immigration Studies highlights recent fieldwork conducted in Colombia and Panama. This episode explores the migration flow through the Darien Gap and examines new developments under Panama’s leadership designed to manage the number of migrants traveling through this dangerous area en route to the U.S. border. Despite these initiatives carrying positive implications for U.S., the U.S. has been slow to provide the diplomatic and financial support promised to the Panamanian government. National Security Fellow Todd Bensman joins the podcast after returning from a lengthy trip to the Darien region. He shares how Panama's newly elected president, who took office on July 1, is working to close the Darien Gap to the massive surge of migrants. This region, a roadless jungle connecting Colombia and Panama, has become a strategic choke point for migrants traveling north to the United States. Many of the migrants come from Venezuela, Haiti and countries with high potential security risks. Last year, over 550,000 migrants made their way through the gap, a significant increase from previous years. So great had the volume become that Panama went from screening 90 percent of those passing through the country for terrorism or espionage before 2021 to less than 3 percent in 2024. Bensman emphasizes that the Darien Gap matters to U.S. national security as it’s a transit point for migrants from over 170 countries, including those of terrorism concern. Panama’s new president recognized this and moved swiftly to set up roadblocks, erect barbed wire, target smuggling networks and more. However, U.S. support, particularly financial backing for deportation flights, has been slow to materialize, allowing the flow to continue. Bensman also delves into the armed militia group that controls critical smuggling routes on the Colombia side of the Darien Gap and speaks about his exclusive CIS interview with the chief of Panama’s National Border Service, Director General Jorge Gobea. Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guest Todd Bensman is the National Security Fellow at the Center for Immigration Studies. Related Progress Report: Has Panama Closed the Notorious ‘Darien Gap’ Mass Migration Route to the U.S. Border as Promised? Exclusive Interview: Panama Border Security Chief Says Many U.S.-Bound Terror Suspects Caught in Darien Gap Region CIS at the “Darien Gap”, heart of the U.S. Border Crisis? Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
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1 Sen. Kamala Harris’s Immigration Track Record 45:27
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Center for Immigration Studies has released a new episode of its Parsing Immigration Policy podcast based on a recent Center report, “Sen. Kamala Harris’s Attempted Sabotage of Immigration Law Enforcement”, which examines then-Sen. Kamala Harris’s immigration track record during her four years in Congress. Based on this comprehensive review of legislation that Harris either wrote or co-sponsored, the episode offers key insights into what immigration policies might look like under a potential Harris administration. George Fishman, the Center’s senior legal fellow and podcast guest, says, “If Harris were elected on the same immigration platform she advocated in Congress, her policies would be far more extreme than those of the Biden administration or even the impeached Secretary of Homeland Security, Alejandro Mayorkas. I have never seen anything so extreme.” Fishman discusses radical legislation authored or co-sponsored by Sen. Harris on the border, detention, deportations, asylum fraud, and the handcuffing of immigration enforcement officers – all examples of Harris’s views on immigration policy. In his closing remarks, Mark Krikorian, the Center’s executive director and the host of the podcast, highlights the recent presidential debate and missed opportunities by both candidates to clearly articulate their views on immigration. Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guest George Fishman is Senior Legal Fellow at the Center for Immigration Studies. Related Sen. Kamala Harris’s Attempted Sabotage of Immigration Law Enforcement Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
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1 New Wage Data Shows No Skilled Worker Shortage 34:04
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMany argue the United States needs to bring in more immigrants to work in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) due to a labor “shortage.” However, data recently obtained by the Center for Immigration Studies from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows little long-term increase in real (inflation-adjusted) compensation for STEM workers. This is powerful evidence that demand for STEM labor is not outstripping supply. Steven Camarota, the Center’s Director of Research, and Jason Richwine, the Center’s Resident Scholar, discuss these findings in their latest analysis, New Wage Data Show No STEM Worker ‘Shortage.’ The two experts join the Parsing Immigration Policy podcast to discuss how the recently received compensation data contradicts a new report released by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, which again advocates for increased immigration based on an alleged labor shortage. The report overlooks the issue of stagnant wages and benefits, and the role they may play in hindering the recruitment of domestic STEM degree holders. The conversation also touches on the 29 percent of STEM workers who are foreign-born and how this may crowd out Americans from the field, as well as the national security implications of not cultivating a larger domestic tech workforce. In his closing remarks, Mark Krikorian, the Center’s executive director and host of the podcast, highlights an upcoming book, Against the Corporate Media – a collection of over forty essays on the decline of the news industry. Edited by Michael Walsh, the book includes a chapter on immigration authored by Krikorian. Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guests Steven Camarota is the Director of Research at the Center for Immigration Studies. Jason Richwine is a Resident Scholar at the Center for Immigration Studies Related International Talent Programs in the Changing Global Environment New Wage Data Show No STEM Worker ‘Shortage ’ Immigrants in U.S. Doctoral Programs Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
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A new episode of Parsing Immigration Policy explores Vice President Harris’s role as the “Root Causes” Czar in addressing the U.S. migrant crisis. Discussing Harris’s efforts and their impact are host Mark Krikorian, the Center’s Executive Director, and Andrew Arthur, the center’s Resident Fellow in Law and Policy. Key Discussion Points: What are “Root Causes”? Root causes refers to the underlying factors driving migration, including crime, violence, food insecurity, poverty, corruption, and climate change. The Biden administration’s border strategy has focused exclusively on addressing these issues, also called “push factors”, in Central America, as opposed to “pull factors” in the U.S., to reduce the flow of migrants heading to the U.S. border. The Strategy: Vice President Harris has engaged in diplomatic efforts, including meetings with a few Central American leaders and private corporations, aimed at stabilizing the region and creating economic opportunities. However, her focus has been largely on just three countries – Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador – while migration from other regions has increased dramatically. What Was Done? Harris has visited Central America twice since taking on this role: once in 2021, and again in 2022 for the inauguration of Honduran President Xiomara Castro. Despite discussions around corruption and governance, corruption continues to worsen. Challenges and Criticisms: One major criticism of the administration’s approach is the lack of measurable success. While Harris has highlighted investments in Central America, questions remain about how much investment has occurred, how much of this investment would have occurred anyway, and whether it has effectively curbed migration. The Biden administration has not emphasized a policy of deterrence. Without addressing the pull factors – such as the ability to live and work in the U.S., whether illegal migrants are detained or prosecuted, and the existence of formidable border infrastructure – mass migration to the U.S. will continue. A Global Issue: The episode also touches on the broader issue of migration, noting that many countries are experiencing significant illegal flows of migrants. Helping nations develop to a point where migration will no longer occur is a very long-term, and perhaps impossible, solution. Contrasting Success: A notable contrast is seen in El Salvador, where a significant drop in crime has occurred due to internal policies, including the arrest and prosecution of gang members. Despite this success, the Biden-Harris administration has not promoted El Salvador’s approach, raising questions about the administration’s commitment to effective solutions. In his closing, Krikorian highlights reports that Harris has reversed her decision on building more border wall and now embraces it. This talking point resulted from her DNC speech, where she said she would sign the failed Senate border bill, which referred to funding for the wall but provided no new resources. Is she flip flopping? Host Mark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. Guest Andrew Arthur is a Resident Fellow of Law and Policy at the Center for Immigration Studies.Related How Fruitful Have Kamala Harris Root Causes Efforts Been? The Biden-Harris ‘Root Causes’ Strategy, Decoded: Part One T he Biden-Harris ‘Root Causes’ Strategy Decoded - Part Two Kamala Harris and Feckless ‘Root Causes’ Plan to Secure the Border The Spectator World: What did Kamala do to address the ‘root causes’ of migration? The NY Post: Don’t Believe for One Minute Kamala Harris’ Fantasy Pivot on Open Border Intro Montage Voices in the opening montage: Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference. Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad. President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act. Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech. Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977. Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview. Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019. Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance. Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor. Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".…
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