4 chapters across the catalog
Representative Luis Gutierrez used a congressional hearing to compare the plight of modern immigrants to the biblical story of Mary and Joseph fleeing to Egypt. Secretary of Homeland Security Kirstjen Nielsen responded by defending the administration's adherence to laws passed by Congress and denying a blanket policy of family separation.
The lack of political balance in Sunday morning news programs is critiqued, specifically citing an ABC News segment featuring two vocal Trump critics, Jeff Flake and Luis Gutierrez. The hosts argue that presenting a "hater" from each party does not constitute true journalistic balance.
Puerto Rico Oversight Board, "Junta" Criticism
Congressman Luis Gutierrez criticizes the federal control board for Puerto Rico, labeling it an undemocratic "junta." The hosts examine the legal language of the PROMESA Act, noting the board's subpoena power and its ability to accept "bequests" and "devises." They highlight that the U.S. government is not liable for bonds issued by the board.
Immigration Executive Action, Prosecutorial Discretion
The debate over President Obama's executive action on immigration is analyzed through the lens of "prosecutorial discretion." The hosts argue that the media and politicians are ignoring the legal reality that the policy simply instructs agencies to prioritize felons for deportation over families.
