Elora Mukherjee

In this episode, Elora Mukherjee, a Columbia Law School professor and director of the Immigrants' Rights Clinic, shares her expert insights on the controversial birthright citizenship case currently before the Supreme Court. They delve into the implications of a potential executive order to end citizenship by birth, discussing its challenges under the 14th Amendment. Mukherjee highlights how this could affect vulnerable families and the chaos it may instigate. The conversation also touches on the intersection of judicial independence and executive power.

Elora Mukherjee, director of Columbia Law School's Immigrants' Rights Clinic who litigates asylum and represents detained immigrants. Ian Bassin, founder of Protect Democracy who defends democratic institutions and fights election threats. They debate Watson v. RNC and risks to mail‑in and early voting. They unpack asylum metering, the fight over birthright citizenship, and conditions at the Dilley detention center.

Elora Mukherjee, immigration lawyer and clinic director; Stephanie Gee, refugee legal advocate and litigator; Jane Groutman, longtime director of a Minnesota refugee nonprofit. They discuss Operation Paris and how refugees are being summoned, arrested and transferred to Texas. They describe the so-called conveyor belt of detention, legal tracking challenges, disrupted family lives and mounting policy fights.

Elora Mukherjee, a professor at Columbia Law School and director of its Immigrants’ Rights Clinic, discusses the ramifications of the Trump administration's revocation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for immigrants from seven countries. She outlines the legal complexities and potential recourse available to affected individuals. Elora emphasizes the emotional toll on communities and highlights the importance of understanding immigrant rights amid ongoing challenges. The conversation sheds light on historical context and personal stories behind the legal battles.

Elora Mukherjee, a lawyer and director of the Columbia University Law School Immigrant Rights Clinic, dives into the constitutional crisis stemming from Kilmar Abrego Garcia's wrongful deportation after a simple traffic stop. She sheds light on the implications of this case for due process rights and the alarming trend of executive overreach in U.S. immigration policy. Additionally, the episode explores the harrowing experiences of other deportees, emphasizing the urgent need for systemic changes to protect immigrant rights and uphold justice.