REDIRECT: Immigration Law and Perspectives

This week Matthew and I talk about the unrelenting bad changes coming from this administration. This week saw a new decision from the Board of Immigration Appeals, reshaping the definition of "extreme and exceptionally unusual hardship." 

This week Matthew and I discuss some recent immigration lawyer drama. As the unemployment crisis explodes we should remember to be, you know, decent humans.  The immigration courts are open, but not really, except sometimes? Check Twitter.  Plus some hot takes on Biden, the primary (remember the primary?) and more.  Become a patron at patreon.com/redirect, subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, e...

Attend class, grow brain, don't die of virus. This week we're joined by Matt Cameron (@matt_cam) to talk about the immigration courts closing, sort of, as well as other immigration services and how this might affect the future of our immigration system.  You can also sign up for Matt's graduate immigration seminar. Shoot him an e-mail at mattcameron@gmail.com

This week Matthew and I were interrupted by a super-important Rose Garden press conference, wherein Trump definitely gave the corona virus to a large group of people including reporters, the Vice President, a bunch of CEOs, and even some doctors, who you think would probably know better?  Anyhow things are fine and Target is definitely still open so why are people freaking out?  We discuss the poo...

This week Matthew and I are joined by Reveal Journalist Aura Bogado. Her recent piece is the story of a 17-year-old immigrant child who has spent the last 6 years in government custody, separated from her family. You can read her piece here:  https://www.revealnews.org/article/the-disappeared/ Matthew and I discuss recent developments in the presidential race, and how Matthew almost certainly has...

This week we're joined by Matt Cameron to discuss the corona virus, Stephen Miller, and a bunch of Court cases.  Merel Kahn did a great job breaking down U.S. v Sineneng-Smith over at her blog Top of the Ninth. The question in that case is whether someone who "encourages" an individual to stay in the U.S. illegally can go to jail. For a very long time. We talk about Matter of RAF, a new Bill Barr...

This week we're joined by Luis Cortes, friend of the show, who recently surprised his mother by reuniting her with her parents after some 30 years apart.  Getting his grandparents here was a heavy lift. Their tourist visas were denied four times. Mexicans in particular have a difficult time obtaining tourist visas to visit their families in the U.S. This is a major source of heart ache for thousan...

This week we're joined by Boston-based immigration attorney Susan Church. Susan was on the front lines of Trump's first Muslim ban, and we go over the new ban reboot, find out where we are at, and where we can go next. If you like the show, become a patron at patreon.com/redirect, subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify, and leave us a nice review!

This week we're joined by Daniel Denvir, Host Jacobin's @thedigradio podcast. Fellow @ watsoninstitute and a uthor of All-American Nativism. His book is a must read for those who are trying to understand our immigration history and how exactly we got to this point.  We recorded Friday morning before the news of the newest muslim ban. We will be discussing that next week. It's impossible to stay on...

This week Matthew talks about his recent experience in civil litigation, representing a client who was sexually assaulted while in immigration custody.  We discuss impeachment, and the general state of things. 

Quick episode this week as a solo Stephen addresses reemerging concerns about "chain migration" and arguments that immigrant families should do it the right way and "get in line." Stephen breaks down a typical timeline for immigrating and bringing close family members over with examples, providing a concise explanation you can share with friends and family. If you like the show, check out the Patr...

This week on Redirect: Immigration Law & Perspectives, Matthew and I discuss the new asylum "agreement" with Honduras. Acting DHS secretary Chad Wolf was just in Honduras, shaking hands with President Juan Orlando Hernandez, the man who was recently implicated in a massive drug trafficking scheme. You can read about it here:  https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/18/world/americas/honduras-president-bro...

This week Jenn Budd (@buddjenn) joins us to talk about her time as a Border Patrol officer, and the problems with Border Patrol culture. It's a fascinating look at how the agency has changed over time, and how we can address those issues. 

This week Matthew and I discuss some of the good things happening in the world of immigration law. It's the shortest show of the year!  Special thanks to all our listeners and colleagues. We love you all. 

This week Matthew and I try to make sense of a dizzying array of crappy stories. How do we stay on top of the news when it is non-stop terrible?  Big thanks to Hamed Aleaziz (@Haleaziz) who has been reporting on big stories, including the asylum winner who is being blocked from entry into the U.S., the asylum seekers being deported to Guatemala, and the horrendous medical treatment provided in ICE...

This week on Redirect: Immigration Law & Perspectives, Matthew and I are joined by Bridget Cambria and Adriana Zambrano. We talk about what is supposed to happen when unaccompanied children are detained at the border. We also talk about what happened to Carlos Gregorio Hernandez Vasquez, a 16-year-old Guatemalan migrant who died in Border Patrol custody.  Video of Carlos's death was recently publi...

We're very grateful for our guests this week! They include Matt Cameron (@matt_cam), Matthew Hoppock (@MatthewHoppock), Matthew Archambeault (@MattMarchambeau1), Alicia Perez, Andrew Free (@ImmCivilRights), and Hassan Ahmad (@HMAesq) Yes, I know. Three Matts.  As is tradition, we go around the table sharing what we're most grateful for. We also take turns responding to right wing talking points in...

This week Matthew and I are joined by Luis Cortes to talk about his recent experience before the Supreme Court. What was the DACA case all about, how did the argument go, and what comes next?  We also discussed Mexican pirates.  If you enjoy our immigration law musings, be sure to become a patron over at patreon.com/redirect, subscribe and review at all the places (iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, YouTu...

A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's plan to bar immigrants who can't pay for health insurance. Trump accidentally argues in favor of single payer healthcare. Oops.  Also, Bernie Sanders released the most impressive immigration plan we've ever seen, "A Welcoming and Safe America for All."   Links!: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/02/us/trump-immigration-health-care-visas.html https:/...

This week we're joined by Matt Cameron to discuss our shameful and embarrassing producer (@jeremiahbritt), the best/worst way to die, and how ICE enforcement priorities actually aren't making your community safer. 

Matthew and I check out form I-944, Declaration of Self Sufficiency, for the very first time. Listen carefully for the sound of our souls being crushed.  This form will be required starting Monday for all family-based green card applications. It's a doozy. 

This week we're joined by Luis Cortes to discuss the upcoming DACA oral arguments before the Supreme Court. The Trump administration has been arguing that DACA is super duper illegal, and they're terminating as a legal necessity. How will that case hold up before SCOTUS? 

This week on REDIRECT: Immigration Law & Perspectives, we smash through the immigration doldrums, shake off the lads, and celebrate our status as #1 Most Generous Country!  Yes, we may have slashed refugee admissions to a historic low, plus the whole thing about kids in cages and what not, but the Acting Director of USCIS is here to assure you that in fact we're the most generous country on the pl...

This week Matthew and I discuss my inspirational story of ICE and CBP answering phone calls and responding to emails. They should make a Disney movie.  Matthew, fresh off his Canadian vacation, shares his tips for aspiring immigration lawyers, and we discuss "SHARPIE-GATE," the latest in a string of  totally unsurprising yet completely depressing Trump lies.  You can support the show by becoming a...

This week Matt Cameron (@Matt_Cam) joins me to discuss 200 million FEMA dollars now going to tent courts and kid jails instead of, you know, actual disasters. Also, the administration tweaks a citizenship rule that is both a big deal and not that big of a deal actually. Then Matt and I discuss our advice for people who are thinking about becoming an immigration attorney.