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Jan 2025
22m 39s

Trump's Immigration Overhaul

THE WALL STREET JOURNAL & GIMLET
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Shortly after taking office on Monday, President Trump signed several immigration executive orders. WSJ’s Michelle Hackman reports on the new administration’s plans to curtail legal and illegal immigration and on the new border czar who’s leading the efforts. Further Listening: - Trump Declares a ‘Golden Age’ for America  - Why Biden Is Cracking Down on ... Show More
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