The bill, the reconciliation bill is boosting the economy and immigration is slowing it down. And then the effects of the tariff are both raising inflation and slowing down the economy. Both businesses and households facing the drag from the tariffs.>> I mean, I think about trying to compute all of these um all of these numbers with the many many moving pieces that you have. It's pretty complex situation. Um and I would I would imagine it changes on a pretty daily basis.But let's focus on on population grow ...

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Joining me now is California Congressman Jimmy Gomez, who serves on the Ways and Means Committee. Uh, welcome back to the show, Congressman. So, in addition to sending troops to Memphis, the Washington Post reports the administration has a plan to send 1,000 National Guard troops to Louisiana cities, question, was Los Angeles a successful test case for these actions? >> Uh, I don't think so. They spent over $120 million um sending in the National Guard as well as the Marines. Um last I heard there was 200 N ...

Immigration Enforcement & Policy - The Trump administration's immigration crackdown includes Operation Midway Blitz and expanded enforcement efforts in Chicago and Illinois [3] - The Supreme Court lifted restrictions on racial profiling during immigration stops, allowing ICE agents to stop individuals based on Latino appearance [3][8][10] - Justice Sotomayor dissented, arguing against a country where the government can seize anyone who "looks Latino, speaks Spanish, and appears to work at a low-wage job" [9] - The administration deported over 250 Venezuelan migrants without criminal records because they "looked like gang members" [10] - The Supreme Court's ruling opens the door for racial profiling to be weaponized in the name of national security [11] Political Landscape & Voter Sentiment - 45% of Latino voters voted for Donald Trump [6] - Democrats believe the current immigration situation is a "tipping point" for Latino voters [7] - Anti-immigrant sentiment can influence Latino voters [8] - Latino voters felt disillusioned with both parties, hoping for immigration reform from Democrats [18][19] - Donald Trump gained 10 percentage points more of the Latino vote in 2020 compared to 2016, and received 48% in 2024 [21] Misinformation & Political Violence - Republicans' arguments are based on misinformation, including the idea that Democrats are communists [23][24] - Democrats are trying to remind Latinos that authoritarian talk and violence resemble the countries they left [24] - The current socio-political transformation is normalizing racial profiling and the disappearance of due process [15] - The situation is described as a "perfect storm" where violence is imminent [16]

Illinois Democrats are demanding transparency from the Trump administration after an ICE agent shot and killed a man near Chicago. Federal immigration officials say the man attempted to drive his vehicle into agents as he tried to get away. What do we know about this shooting and what has been the reaction from both the Trump administration and immigration advocates.Well, Alex, before we get to advocates, actually new today, we have reaction from the family of Sylvveio Viegas Gonzalez, the 38-year-old uh wh ...

Constitutional Law & Civil Rights - The Supreme Court's decision allows federal agents to racially profile individuals during immigration sweeps in Los Angeles, potentially violating the Fourth Amendment [1][9] - The Fourth Amendment, designed to protect against unreasonable searches and seizures, is being undermined by the court's ruling, raising concerns about government overreach [2][7][10] - Justice Sotomayor dissented, arguing against a society where individuals are targeted based on ethnicity and appearance [12] - The ruling suggests that constitutional protections are conditional and can be disregarded based on perceived immigration status [13][18] - The Supreme Court's use of the "shadow docket" to issue the decision without oral arguments or explanation raises concerns about transparency and accountability [11][25] Societal Impact & Legal Precedent - The decision normalizes racial profiling and potentially creates a police state where constitutional rights are diminished [23][24] - The ruling could weaken constitutional protections for all individuals, not just specific groups [24] - The Supreme Court's actions are perceived as abandoning basic constitutional principles and granting the government excessive discretion [19] - The decision is seen as part of a series of rulings that approve actions violating the Constitution [22] - The ruling may damage the Supreme Court's legacy and undermine democracy for generations [27]

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US Immigration and Customs Enforcement confirming that one of its agents shot and killed a man this morning. What do we know about that. Yeah, that's right.They say this was an incident where they were trying to get this suspect out of a car. He refused to do so and started to drive. He dragged an ICE officer.They say significant distance and that as a result they shot at the driver and he was pronounced dead at the scene. We understand this is someone who had a previous record of reckless driving and that ...

Historical Context & Challenges - Chinatowns have served as symbols of immigrant strength and cultural hubs for over 160 years [4] - Out of 88 Chinatowns in the US, only half remain active, facing threats like rising rents, gentrification, and cultural erosion [3][4] - Some Chinatowns were intentionally destroyed, such as the one in Reno, Nevada, burned down in 1908 [10][11] - The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated small business closures due to language barriers and lack of access to assistance [14] Community & Internal Dynamics - Chinatowns often face internal political challenges, including politicians making empty promises and community leaders prioritizing personal gain [17] - These broken systems create distrust and division, hindering advocacy for the Asian-American community [18] Preservation & Future - The disappearance of Chinatowns reflects a broader trend of affordable housing loss in urban areas [20] - Preservation efforts should focus on empowering Chinatowns to evolve while staying rooted in their values and traditions [27] - Supporting small businesses, advocating for supportive policies, and documenting history are crucial for preserving Chinatowns [23] - Young Asian-Americans are playing a key role in reimagining and saving their neighborhoods [25]

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