cover of episode How Trump Allies Plan to Take on Legal Immigration

How Trump Allies Plan to Take on Legal Immigration

2024/10/31
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Key Insights

Why do Trump allies want to restrict legal immigration?

They believe immigrants compete with American jobs and undercut salaries.

What specific actions did the first Trump administration take to restrict legal immigration?

They used creative means to curtail legal immigration, including visa programs.

Who might push back against Trump's proposed restrictions on legal immigration?

Business leaders like Elon Musk, who favor legal immigration for business interests.

Why did Ford pause production of its electric F-150 Lightning truck?

Due to steep price cuts and waning consumer interest.

What is Comcast considering in terms of its cable networks?

Spinning off its cable networks into a separate company.

Why are tech giants like Google and Amazon investing in small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs)?

To power their AI ambitions with always available energy.

What makes Shield AI drones special in the context of Ukraine?

They can fly without GPS or communication, using AI and special hardware.

How does Shield AI's success in Ukraine impact the U.S. drone industry?

It provides a rare success and potential for more Defense Department contracts.

Chapters

Trump allies are preparing plans to restrict legal immigration, influenced by a belief that immigrants are detrimental to the country. This includes curtailing visa programs that allow businesses to hire foreign workers.
  • Stephen Miller and America First Policy Institute are drafting executive orders and regulations to narrow legal immigration.
  • The philosophy behind these plans is that immigrants compete with American jobs and undercut salaries.
  • Business leaders like Elon Musk may push back against these proposals.

Shownotes Transcript

P.M. Edition for Oct. 31. Former President Donald Trump says he wants to eliminate illegal immigration, but WSJ immigration reporter Michelle Hackman) tells us how many of his allies want to restrict legal immigration too). And Journal reporter Heather) Somerville) discusses a California drone startup’s success in Ukraine). Plus, Comcast is considering spinning off) its cable networks into a different company. Tracie Hunte hosts.

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