Michelle Hackman

Michelle Hackman, WSJ immigration reporter who explains ICE tactics and policy, and Joe Barrett, WSJ on-the-ground reporter in Minneapolis, discuss the deadly shooting, local protests, and obstacles to investigation. They examine federal deployment scale, aggressive arrest methods, political backlash, and possible shifts in enforcement strategy.

Michelle Hackman, an immigration reporter for the Wall Street Journal, and Nicole Norea, a Vox reporter covering border issues, dive into the complexities of U.S. immigration. They discuss the psychological impacts of political rhetoric on immigrant communities, spotlighting rising deportations of international students amid protests. Personal privacy concerns are also highlighted, as travelers face invasive customs inspections of their devices. The importance of safeguarding personal information and understanding new travel restrictions is emphasized throughout.

Michelle Hackman, a reporter for The Wall Street Journal, dives into ICE's ambitious plan to recruit 10,000 new deportation officers. She shares insights from her visit to a Georgia training center, highlighting intense training exercises, including high-speed driving and live shooting. Hackman discusses innovative recruitment strategies, including retro-themed ads aimed at attracting applicants. The conversation also touches on ICE's increasing visibility in urban areas and the implications of aggressive enforcement tactics on communities and immigration policy.

Michelle Hackman, an immigration policy reporter for the Wall Street Journal, dives into the aggressive tactics employed by ICE under the Trump administration. She discusses how these strategies, including deportation raids in Los Angeles, have sparked major protests. Hackman reveals the emotional toll on immigrant families and how intimidation tactics have created an atmosphere of fear, despite little change in arrest numbers. The public's shifting opinions on these controversial policies are also highlighted, showcasing a growing backlash against mass deportation efforts.

Michelle Hackman, a Wall Street Journal reporter on immigration and federal policy, unpacks the airport security mess during the shutdown. They dig into why TSA lines exploded, how ICE officers ended up at airports, the talk radio idea that reached Trump, and how airport chaos reshaped the fight in Washington over DHS funding.

Michelle Hackman, an immigration reporter at the Wall Street Journal, and Britta Glennon, a management professor at Wharton, delve into the implications of the Trump administration's controversial $100,000 fee for H-1B visas. They discuss the chaotic rollout of the fee, its potential economic harm, and how it may stunt innovation and startup growth. Britta highlights research showing immigrants boost job creation, while both explore better reform options beyond the current administration's approach.

Michelle Hackman, a WSJ reporter specializing in immigration, discusses how the Trump administration is now targeting immigrants who arrived through a Biden-era humanitarian parole program, affecting many fleeing the Russia-Ukraine conflict. She delves into the evolution of immigration policies, the shift from deportations to initiatives like Uniting for Ukraine, and the emotional turmoil faced by immigrants amid these legal changes. Listeners also hear personal stories that highlight the challenges and resilience of those navigating this uncertain landscape.

Michelle Hackman, Wall Street Journal reporter on DHS and detention issues, and Cory Booker, U.S. Senator on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. They discuss deepwater drilling risks and Gulf pipeline restarts. They examine Strait of Hormuz confusion and who profits geopolitically. They outline Senate war powers maneuvers and oversight plans. They also cover DHS mismanagement and detention facility failures.

Michelle Hackman, a reporter who covers immigration, explains the O-1 visa and how artists prove "extraordinary ability." Boy Throb (Evan Papier, Anthony Key, Zachary Sabanya, Darshan Magdum), a viral social-media boy band, talks about forming the group, Darshan’s Mumbai fame, their climb on TikTok, and the legal hurdles to get him to the U.S.

Parisa Hafezi, Reuters Iran bureau chief, explains why Mostafa Khamenei could emerge as Iran’s next leader. Michelle Hackman, Wall Street Journal immigration reporter, walks through the ads, spending and management controversies that led to Kristi Noem’s DHS ouster. They also touch on succession politics in Iran and the fallout from high-profile U.S. personnel and spending decisions.