Chris Newman

In a lively debate, Horace Cooper, a constitutional scholar and former law professor, argues against birthright citizenship, claiming it's a misapplication of the 14th Amendment. Opposing him, Kris Mayes, Arizona's Attorney General, highlights the amendment's integral value to equality and its historical context. Mark Krikorian presents data on illegal immigration trends supporting his stance for change, while Chris Newman passionately defends birthright citizenship as crucial for protecting children's rights and promoting inclusion. The discussion also touches on the potential chaos of policy reversal and the fundamental concepts of national identity.

Chris Newman, counsel at the National Day Laborer Organizing Network and longtime immigration advocate, weighs in on growing White House infighting. They discuss leaks exposing Stephen Miller's management, tensions over mass deportation plans, the political calculus pushing Trump away from Miller, and how public protests and DHS fights are shaping enforcement debates.

Chris Newman, a lawyer for the Abrego Garcia family and advocate for immigrant rights, joins the discussion on Trump’s reaction to the wrongful deportation case. He highlights Trump's alarming threats to due process, paralleling authoritarian tactics seen in other countries. Newman emphasizes the importance of fair legal treatment and shares insights from his advocacy experiences. The conversation also delves into the increasing public discontent with Trump's immigration policies and the constitutional implications of his actions.

In this insightful discussion, Chris Newman, Legal Director of the National Day Laborers Organizing Network, tackles the far-right anti-migrant agenda under Trump. He highlights the bipartisan failures that have intensified immigration enforcement without real reform. The conversation dives into the historical roots of immigration policy, the importance of immigrant labor in recovery efforts, and critiques the Democratic Party’s shortcomings on immigration rights. Newman emphasizes the need for solidarity among marginalized communities to combat rising nativism.

Chris Newman, counsel at the National Day Laborer Organizing Network and longtime immigrant worker advocate. He unpacks leaks showing tension over mass deportations. He describes how Miller’s tactics harmed officials and communities. He explores whether Trump is distancing himself from Miller and what shifting politics mean for immigration policy.