Podcasts about detention centers

The Leavenworth City Commission voted to grant CoreCivic a special use permit to operate an ICE detention center, which will be central to President Donald Trump's mass deportation efforts. The vote came despite intense community opposition and a yearlong legal battle.

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A 28 year old is found guilty of attempted rape and multiple sexual offences against a 13 year old girl; a teen is sent to the Detention Center after getting busted for drugs; and MPs are heading back to Parliament this morning after another packed day of house business on Thursday.

As recent court decisions make more people vulnerable to ICE detention, the Trump administration is purchasing massive warehouses that could detain upward of 5,000 people per site. Lawmakers and detainees describe existing ICE detention centers as grossly inadequate, with accounts of denied medical care, cruelty from guards and limited access to sunlight. Most immigrants detained by ICE have not committed a crime yet can be held for months or years. Now, resistance to these detention centers is growing nationwide – including in deeply red counties – and California activists and lawmakers are trying to prohibit ICE's expansion here. We hear about the legal landscape and answer your questions. Guests: Ahilan Arulanantham, law professor and faculty co-director, Center for Immigration Law & Policy at UCLA School of Law; former legal director, ACLU of Southern California Matt Haney, District 17 representative, California State Assembly Wendy Fry, reporter covering poverty and inequality for the California Divide team, CalMatters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After weeks of confusion and public outcry, ICE is no longer planning to put a detention center that could house up to 16,000 immigrants right down the road in Lebanon. Many in that community are now breathing a sigh of relief, including Wilson County mayor Randall Hutto. He joins executive producer Whitney Pastorek to explain why he and other Republican local leaders were surprised by the project, and why they pushed back. Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Nashville newsletter.  Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

The ICE Detention Center Could Still Come to Kansas City, Plus History Comes to KC | Mundo Clip 3-3-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Migration and Human Rights Program @Cornell Law School The Immigration Law and Advocacy Clinic @Cornell Law School Immigration was a top priority in 2025 for President Trump. The administration has restricted immigration in many ways, ranging from travel bans to mass deportations. The White House has stated that the United States may have negative net migration to the U.S. in 2025 for the first time in over 50 years.  In the meantime, employers face labor shortages. The demographics of an aging population and declining birth rates are indisputable. More people worldwide are fleeing the breakdown of civil society, climate change, and persecution than ever before. Over 10 million people in the United States lack immigration status and fear deportation. And our immigration courts face a backlog of over 3 million deportation cases.  Join retired Cornell Law professor Stephen Yale-Loehr and a panel of Cornell experts as they discuss how immigration law and policy changed in 2025 and what we might expect in 2026. What You'll Learn: What changes to the immigration system the Trump administration made in 2025 The impact of those changes on communities, the economy, and immigration law What legal challenges these policies have faced and where those legal challenges stand What immigration changes might occur in 2026 by the Trump administration and/or Congress Follow eCornell on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X.

The family of Arben Pilici has filed a lawsuit against DeKalb County after he suffocated during a 2024 welfare check at his home. On today's “Closer Look,” we hear from two of the attorneys representing the family and learn more about DeKalb’s Mobile Crisis Unit and the type of police restraint that led to Pilici’s death. Also, two Georgia Democratic lawmakers are resisting Immigration and Customs Enforcement's ongoing efforts to establish large-scale ICE detention centers in Georgia. “Closer Look” host Rose Scott talks with Georgia State Senator Jaha Howard, who has introduced Senate Bill 517 and Senate Bill 549. We also hear from South Fulton Councilmember Helen Zenobia Willis, who recently introduced a resolution to ban warehouses in South Fulton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's been no bigger or more controversial national news story in recent weeks than the Trump administration's unprecedented immigration crackdown. All across the country – and perhaps most notably in Minnesota – federal immigration officers have employed an array harsh and often discriminatory and violent tactics to round up people suspected of being undocumented – many of them U.S. citizens. And of course, the massive sweep has created a need for places to house detainees – at least temporarily – and so it is that we're now learning of plans to create a vast network of so-called detention centers (that is prisons) across the country. What's more, as Kevin Hardy, a reporter for the national news outlet Stateline recently reported, in addition to taking over existing jails and prisons, the administration is moving to convert and use large private warehouses and manufacturing buildings for this purpose. Not surprisingly, this is causing a lot of concerns for local government leaders on a variety of grounds, and recently, Newsline caught up with Hardy for an extended conversation to learn more. In Part One of our recent extended conversation with Stateline reporter Kevin Hardy, we discussed the revelation that the Trump administration plans to establish a new network of so-called detention centers – that is, prisons – to house the thousands of people swept up in recent immigration raids. What's more, the plan is to convert a large number of private warehouses and manufacturing facilities – many of them located in communities not typically used for prisons – to this purpose. In Part Two of our chat, we dug deeper into the subject and, in particular, the opposition that has arisen to this scheme from both Republican and Democratic local officials, the public campaigns that some communities have undertaken to convince owners of these facilities not to go along with the administration's plans, and the prospects for expected court challenges. Click here to listen to the full interview with Stateline reporter Kevin Hardy.

A Burlington, Vermont company helps topple Trump's tariffs. A Sandwich resident heads to Milan Cortina for the Paralympic Games. And Rhode Island's got a $70,000 rug problem at the state house. It's our regional news roundtable!Get your tickets now to our Bookmarked: LIVE! event at Lovestruck Books in Cambridge on Thursday, March 12, at 7 p.m.: https://bit.ly/miasosaUTR

This episode is presented by Create A Video – Reports of potential detention facilities in North Carolina for illegal aliens has prompted outrage from all the usual suspects. Plus, a former US Air Force pilot has been arrested for training Chinese pilots for years. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's our weekly news roundup with WXXI journalists. First, deputy editor Jeremy Moule explains proposed legislation that would enable employees to set aside pre-tax money for commuting expenses. Then, Gino Fanelli reports that the number of non-criminals held at the federal immigration detention facility in Batavia has soared in recent months. We talk about how that reflects national trends. And finally, some music. We're joined by local artists in advance of a concert featuring songs of peace and protest. In studio: Jeremy Moule, deputy editor for WXXI News Gino Fanelli, investigations and City Hall reporter for WXXI News John Dady, singer, instrumentalist, and musician with the Dady Brothers; and co-producer of the RiseUpROC concert John Kelley, musician in Kelley's Heroes, and co-producer of the RiseUpROC concert Paul Vincent Nunes, leader of The Occasional Saints and The P.V. Nunes Band, and co-producer of the RiseUpROC concert ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

Trump put on a performance at the State of the Union and made the Democrats look like petulant children in the process. Tukwila votes to pause detention development after ICE expansion reports. // The Democrats’ counter programming during the State of the Union was unbelievably cringe. // More explosive details about Bill Gates’ ties with Epstein.

Communities around the country have been countering new ICE detention centers–and they've been winning. 

Mica Rosenberg from ProPublica joins Adam and Jordana to talk about her visit to the Dilley Detention Center in Texas.

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On the Feb 25th edition: The Department of Homeland Security has purchased a second Georgia warehouse as part of its nationwide revamp of immigration detention; A cell phone ban in Georgia's high schools is one step closer to becoming law; And a five-billion-dollar data center is being planned for the Columbus area.

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First, elected officials were denied entry into the Otay Mesa Detention Center on Friday. Next, a former nonprofit executive is facing charges of embezzlement, again. And, the iconic Las Cuatro Milpas Mexican Restaurant is getting ready to open in a new location. Then, a new film just wrapped shooting at a Kearny Mesa studio space. Plus, how a volunteer captures the essence of shelter dogs to help them get adopted.

Adam Carter shares details from a ProPublica piece about the conditions for detainees at the Dilley detention center in Texas and says America needs to be better than this.

Adam Carter uses the opening hour of the show as he fills in for Chad to take Minnesotans to task for a bad performance at handling the snow during the afternoon commute yesterday and sharing details about the troubling conditions inside the detention center in Dilley, Texas.

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L.A. is considering banning detention centers from contracting with ICE. We'll break down the candidates vying for L.A. mayor. And tributes are pouring in for the late civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

The owner of a Dallas County warehouse that Immigration and Customs Enforcement had planned to use as a mega detention center said Monday it will not sell or lease the property to the federal government. In other news, tensions erupted this month at a Frisco City Council meeting with some arguing without evidence that Indian Americans were committing visa fraud, echoing recent charges from Texas Republicans, and stealing jobs from Americans whose ancestors emigrated longer ago; North Texas, it's time to head back to the polls again! The March 3 primary election is fast-approaching.  Do you feel ready for the polls? The Dallas Morning News Voter Guide can help prepare you to cast your ballot. Check out the guide to compare candidates, get recommendations, and build your own ballot. Visit dallasnews.com/voterguide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The state Judicial Branch has reportedly been working behind the scenes to build a new juvenile detention center in Tolland. But apparently, no one in the town or even state police knew about the proposed project. We spoke with Senator Jeff Gordon, who represents several municipalities including Tolland, about a potential loophole in state law allowing zero transparency with municipalities on development projects like this.

The conservative town of Social Circle, Georgia, is upset about a warehouse that is set to become an immigrant detention center. NPR's Grant Blankenship reports. Support NPR and hear every episode of Trump's Terms sponsor-free with NPR+. Sign up at plus.npr.org.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

On the Feb 13th edition: Residents of the city of Social Circle say they're not happy about plans for a new ICE detention facility; Georgia lawmakers pass legislation to boost access to H-I-V prevention medication; And to make housing in Georgia more affordable, some lawmakers say they need to level the playing field.

Amanda Tarver opens up about one of the most shocking chapters of her life, discovering she was pregnant just weeks after self-surrendering to federal prison, navigating pregnancy and childbirth behind bars, and the emotional reality of giving birth while incarcerated. In this conversation with Ian Bick, Amanda breaks down how her decisions led to federal prison time, the trauma and resilience of motherhood inside the prison system, and how that experience inspired her and her husband to start 300 Letters, a nonprofit supporting families impacted by incarceration and helping break the cycle of trauma. _____________________________________________ #PregnantInPrison #GaveBirthInPrison #PrisonStory #TrueCrimePodcast #PrisonLife #InmateStories #LifeAfterPrison #lockedinwithianbick _____________________________________________ Connect with Amanda Tarver: Website: https://300letters.org/ Instagram & Tiktok: @IAMLEGENDFITNESS @300LETTERS @TRUTHBYAMANDA _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Amanda's Story: Pregnancy, Prison & Survival 00:54 Childhood, Family Instability & Constant Moving 02:58 Parents' Relationship & Early Trauma 06:42 Strict vs. Lenient Parenting & Control 08:34 Money, Independence & Teen Responsibilities 09:25 School Behavior & Early Warning Signs 09:55 Never Imagining Prison as a Teen 10:34 Family History of Incarceration 11:02 Growing Up Cuban in Miami 11:58 Early Adulthood & First Pregnancy 13:32 Motherhood, Independence & College Life 14:04 Family Reaction to Becoming Pregnant 15:44 Navigating Complicated Family Dynamics 17:51 Meeting Legend Tarver & Falling in Love 20:54 Discovering the Drug Operation 22:59 Getting Involved & Sending Money 25:02 Normalizing Crime & Ignoring Red Flags 28:10 Consequences, Arrest & Federal Indictment 32:44 Detention Center, Court Dates & Legal Process 41:11 First Days in Prison & Culture Shock 47:46 Pregnant in Prison: Fear, Stress & Reality 52:26 Taking a Plea Deal & Self-Surrender 58:09 Adjusting to Prison & Finding Support 01:03:20 Pregnancy Programs & Giving Birth While Incarcerated 01:08:32 Motherhood in Prison: Nutrition & Daily Life 01:15:13 Family Impact & Reentry Challenges 01:19:08 Halfway House & Reuniting With My Kids 01:27:16 Talking to Children About Prison 01:34:32 Finding Purpose After Prison 01:38:28 Starting 300 Letters & Giving Back 01:44:22 Breaking the Cycle & Empowering Others 01:46:03 Final Advice to My Younger Self Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A family detention center in Dilley, Texas, has been under a spotlight since 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos from Columbia Heights, and his father were sent there last month after being detained by federal ICE agents. It's believed several other Minnesota children and their families have been sent there as well. Detention centers have been difficult to access during the second Trump administration. But a ProPublica reporter was able to go inside and speak to several children. Reporter Mica Rosenberg shared more about her story, “The Children of Dilley” on Minnesota Now.

Ep. 116: Pastor Dale Dalman on Visiting the Midwest's Largest Immigration Detention Center   Noah has a conversation with Pastor Dale Dalman on his visits to North Lake Processing Center in Baldwin, MI, the Midwest's largest immigrant detention center. Dale shares as a pastor from a biblical, non-partisan perspective on what's happening with ICE, immigrant arrests, what our laws are and how they're used, and the process immigrants go through at detention centers.    Dale Dalman is a retired missionary and pastor with the Evangelical Covenant Church denomination. He served as a missionary to Venezuela and senior pastor to a Hispanic church in Michigan. He currently serves with the Clergy on Patrol program with the Grand Rapids Police Department and is Mayor Pro Tem of the city of Rockford, MI. He's been married to his wife Sheryl for 43 years and has 3 married children and 7 grandchildren. He has a bachelor's degree from Moody Bible Institute and a master's degree from Calvin Theological Seminary.    Take 7 minutes and listen to the recent NPR story of Pastor Dale's visits to the immigration detention center.   Listen to Noah's interview with World Relief and the Evangelical Immigration Table's Matthew Soerens on Understanding Immigration from a Biblical Perspective   Advocate for Immigrants and Refugees with World Relief of the National Association of Evangelicals   Noah's blog: A Biblical Understanding of Romans 13, "Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities..."   You can give to Dale's ministry at North Lake via his Venmo account @Dale-Dalman - this money goes toward gift cards for families, clothing, train and bus tickets, and detainees' accounts.    You can also watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4RtQb7E_jFI   Flip Side Notes: Join an upcoming Beyond the Battle online group at www.beyondthebattle.net   Support Flip Side sponsor Angry Brew by using promo code FLIP at angrybrew.com or fivelakes.com to pick up some Angry Brew or Chris' Blend coffee at 10% off.   Get a free month of Covenant Eyes at www.covenanteyes.com using promo code BEYOND   Get a free month of Accountable2You keyword accountability: a2u.app/beyond (do not use “www”)   Your recurring gifts make Noah's ministry & The Flip Side possible. Get some sweet swag by becoming a patron at www.patreon.com/noahfilipiak – includes exclusive access to Noah's episode commentary, interaction, and email access. (Not tax-deductible)  Tax-deductible recurring gifts can be given at www.noahfilipiak.com/give.      Purchase Beyond the Battle and Needed Navigation by Noah Filipiak.

The sale is complete for a Walton County, Ga. industrial warehouse that will become a new detention center for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Local officials confirmed the purchase of the rural warehouse, located approximately 40 miles east of Atlanta. But Social Circle city officials say they’re against it, and Gareth Fenley, a local organizer with Indivisible Boldly Blue, shares on “Closer Look” how she plans to fight it. Plus, Atlanta area hospitals say their staff and resources are ready to respond to the 300,000 FIFA World Cup visitors expected here this summer. Preparations have been ongoing for months in advance, including a training simulation involving two patients who entered the U.S. with an infectious disease. Doctors from Grady Hospital, Piedmont Hospital and the Emory University School of Medicine join the program to discuss their plan to keep residents and visitors healthy during the games. Then, a new ProPublica report is linking a conservative researcher to the seizure of Fulton County’s election records. The author tells us about Kevin Moncla, who has long accused Fulton County of election fraud.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Feb. 10 edition: A new ICE detention center in Social Circle could be up and running by April; The FBI uses discrepancies in Fulton County's vote counts to justify seizing ballots from 2020; And state lawmakers come up with a solution to address a teacher shortage.

Conditions inside the family immigration detention facility in Dilley, Texas are drawing renewed scrutiny as detainees, attorneys and advocates describe shortages in medical attention, inadequate and substandard food and water, and serious mental-health strain — allegations that federal officials and the private operator dispute.

This Day in Legal History: 25th AmendmentOn February 10, 1967, the 25th Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified, formally addressing presidential succession and disability for the first time in constitutional text. The need for such clarity had become urgent after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in 1963 and President Dwight D. Eisenhower's repeated illnesses during his terms. Prior to this amendment, there was no definitive constitutional mechanism for filling a vacancy in the vice presidency or for managing presidential incapacity. The 25th Amendment established four key sections, each designed to ensure governmental stability during times of crisis.Section 1 confirmed that if a president dies, resigns, or is removed, the vice president becomes president—not just acting president. Section 2 allowed for the appointment of a new vice president, with confirmation by both the House and Senate, in the event of a vacancy. This provision was put to use shortly after its ratification when Gerald Ford was appointed vice president in 1973 following Spiro Agnew's resignation. Section 3 allowed a president to voluntarily transfer power to the vice president by submitting a written declaration to Congress—used during temporary medical procedures like surgeries.Most controversial and significant is Section 4, which allows the vice president and a majority of the cabinet (or another body designated by Congress) to declare the president “unable to discharge the powers and duties of his office.” This provision has never been fully invoked but has been a topic of discussion during times of perceived presidential instability. It establishes a legal mechanism for removing a president against their will, albeit temporarily, with congressional oversight. The amendment reflects a post-World War II concern for continuity of leadership in a nuclear age. Its ratification marks a critical evolution in constitutional law, ensuring the executive branch remains functional even under extraordinary circumstances.A federal lawsuit filed in Texas alleges that an 18‑month‑old girl detained by U.S. immigration authorities was sent back into U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody after being hospitalized for a life‑threatening respiratory illness and then denied the medications doctors prescribed.According to the filing, Amalia and her parents were held at the family detention center in Dilley, Texas after a routine immigration check‑in in December. The toddler became severely ill in January with extremely high fever and breathing problems, and a hospital diagnosed her with multiple serious infections including COVID‑19, pneumonia and RSV. After about 10 days in the hospital, she was discharged with a nebulizer, respiratory medication and nutritional supplements—but those were confiscated when she was returned to the detention facility.The lawsuit says her parents repeatedly tried to obtain prescribed treatment from detention staff but were forced to wait in long lines and often were denied, contributing to the child's health deterioration. Legal advocacy led to the family's release after the emergency court filing; attorneys contend the case reflects broader problems with medical care, conditions and protections for children and families in immigration custody.Toddler was returned to ICE custody and denied medication after hospitalization, lawsuit says | ReutersThe Trump administration is proposing a significant change to federal employment law that would restrict fired federal workers from appealing their terminations to the independent Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB). Under the plan, workers would instead have to appeal to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM)—a shift critics say would compromise impartiality, as the OPM director reports directly to the president.The MSPB, historically tasked with mediating disputes between federal employees and agencies, experienced a 266% spike in appeals cases during Trump's second term, likely due to a surge in federal job cuts. In 2025, the federal workforce shrank by 317,000 employees, though OPM claims most departures were voluntary through buyouts rather than firings—an assertion not independently verified.This latest proposal would further President Trump's second-term agenda to reduce the size of the federal workforce while also narrowing employees' legal options for challenging dismissals. Trump has also weakened job protection enforcement by removing officials from agencies that safeguard civil service rights. Critics argue the proposal consolidates power over personnel disputes within the executive branch, potentially eroding longstanding civil service protections.Trump seeks to limit legal options for fired federal workers | ReutersMy column for Bloomberg Tax this week is about tax holidays for data centers–or the folly in offering them. India's bold new play to become the backbone of global digital infrastructure isn't just about its headline-grabbing 20-year tax holiday for data centers. The real shift is happening in the fine print—a 15% safe harbor for transfer pricing that removes much of the risk multinationals face when operating across borders. If a company like Microsoft India applies a simple 15% markup on services sold to its U.S. parent, the Indian government agrees not to challenge the pricing. That's not just a tax break—it's operational certainty, and it makes India's offer much more attractive than anything U.S. states currently have on the table.In contrast, American states are still offering scattered subsidies—property tax breaks, zoning perks, utility discounts—without any unified vision or reliable regulatory structure. There's no equivalent to India's safe harbor. No clarity on transfer pricing. No coordination across state lines. The result is what I see as economic development policy by improv, where officials hand out incentives like they're bidding on a sports arena rather than negotiating infrastructure strategy.And what do U.S. taxpayers get in return? A burst of construction, a few permanent jobs, and a long-term commitment to expensive infrastructure upgrades for data centers that don't meaningfully plug into the local economy. Meanwhile, India is making an offer that fits squarely onto a multinational's balance sheet—pre-agreed pricing, national alignment, and a clear path to long-term cost savings.I don't think the solution is to try to beat India at its own game. But if states are going to offer incentives, they need to extract something real in return: energy infrastructure, broadband expansion, or compute resources that benefit the public. Otherwise, they're just footing the bill for someone else's global expansion. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

Why was local representative Juan Vargas denied entry into the Otay Mesa detention center? Then, we tell you about a new plan that focuses on immediate investments over more ambitious transit goals. Also, San Diego Pride is planning its first-ever fashion show. And our local Cinema Junkie tells us you might be surprised by what inspired a new animated Japanese film. Last but not least, another installment of The Pod Behind the Package featuring one of our talented reporters.

After U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement purchased a massive warehouse on the city's East Side for a migrant detention center, San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones said she is looking into how the city can push back.

Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas joined KCUR's Up To Date to talk about his concerns regarding a possible ICE facility in Kansas City, his new role as the president of the Democratic Mayors Association, and Argentina choosing Kansas City as its home base for the 2026 World Cup.

For the Good of the Public brings you news and weekly conversations at the intersection of faith and civic life. Monday through Thursday, The Morning Five starts your day off with scripture and prayer, as we also catch up on the news together. Throughout the year, we air limited series on Fridays to dive deeper into conversations with civic leaders, thinkers, and public servants reimagining public life for the good of the public. Today's host was Michael Wear, Founder, President and CEO of the Center for Christianity and Public Life.  Thanks for listening to The Morning Five! Please subscribe to and rate The Morning Five on your favorite podcast platform. Learn more about the work of the Center for Christianity and Public Life at www.ccpubliclife.org. Today's scripture: Psalm 86:1-12 (ESV) News sources:  https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/03/us/politics/government-shutdown-2026-house-vote.html?smid=url-share  https://www.wsj.com/economy/u-s-manufacturing-is-in-retreat-and-trumps-tariffs-arent-helping-d2af4316?mod=lead_feature_below_a_pos1  https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-gop-leader-john-thune-says-disagrees-trump-congress-nationalize-rcna257260  https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/01/opinion/liam-ramos-ice-detention.html  https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/01/opinion/liam-ramos-ice-detention.html  https://www.cnn.com/2026/01/31/us/liam-ramos-judge-release-ice-detention  Join the conversation and follow us at: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@michaelwear⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, @ccpubliclife Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@MichaelRWear⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, @ccpubliclife and check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@tsfnetwork⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music by: Amber Glow #politics #faith #prayer #scripture #governmentshutdown #elections #tariffs #LiamRamos #ICE #immigration Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus administrators at Flower Mound High School have notified families about a possible student anti-ICE walkout planned for today, a Dallas police officer was shot last night during a disturbance call, a Tarrant County inmate is back behind bars after a brazen and half-naked escape, and more!

Angelenos hit the streets as part of today's "ICE Out" protests. California lawmakers look to raise taxes on companies operating immigration detention centers. An LA County leader calls for the state to investigate the Palisades Fire. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Michael Hunn, Bishop of the Diocese of the Rio Grande for the Episcopal Church, addresses the moral implications of the current detention practices at the US-Mexico border. He highlights the struggles faced by detainees, including many who have no criminal record, and advocates for the closure of detention centers. The video includes a clip from Border Chaplain Reza, who speaks out against the criminalization of migrants and the inhumane conditions within detention centers. Bishop Hunn calls on all people, regardless of faith, to demand that the government reflect moral values and to resist the expansion of detention facilities. 00:00 Introduction and Purpose 00:48 Current Situation at the Border 02:33 Testimony from Reza 05:04 Moral and Ethical Implications 07:10 Call to Action  

A city in California's Mojave Desert is at the center of a growing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement controversy. A privately-owned former prison has been revived by ICE and is poised to become the largest immigration detention facility on the West Coast. Since opening in August, the facility has sparked ongoing protests and drawn serious allegations of neglect and inadequate medical care, along with questions about whether it's operating legally.  Marisa and Scott are joined by KQED's senior immigration editor Tyche Hendricks to break down the allegations and legal concerns surrounding the facility. Then, they talk to California City Marquette Hawkins about his stance on the detention facility and what it's like leading a city at the center of a national debate.  Check out ⁠⁠Political Breakdown's weekly newsletter⁠⁠, delivered straight to your inbox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A local immigrant rights group is suing the feds over conditions at an ICE detention center. We'll take you to Palisades Charter High School where students are back today for the first time since the Palisades fire. Plus, another egg-cellent update from Big Bear's famous bald eagle duo. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

When U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced the death of a detainee at a Texas detention camp this month, the agency initially gave no cause of death. A fellow detainee said he witnessed Geraldo Lunas Campos being choked to death by guards; ICE said “staff observed him in distress.” Seeking answers, Lunas Campos's family called El Paso County's Office of the Medical Examiner, and an employee told them that – subject to the result of a toxicology report – the office is likely to classify Lunas Campos's death as a homicide. Today on “Post Reports,” investigative reporter Douglas MacMillan tries to find out what really caused the death of a detainee – and takes us inside the black box of the largest detention camp in the United States. Today's show was produced by Emma Talkoff. It was edited by Ariel Plotnick, Dennis Funk and Martine Powers and mixed by Sean Carter.Thanks also to Juliet Eilperin. Subscribe to The Washington Post here.

The feds are allegedly looking to build an ICE detention center on Salt Lake City's west side. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means break down the response from local electeds. Plus, a fun surprise to celebrate our 1,000th episode and shoutouts! Mentioned on today's episode: Help us make a list of the 1,000 things we love about Salt Lake. Cabaret for public media Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Salt Lake Sewciety

LAPD wants almost $100 million dollars to police the 2028 Olympics, so how does that fly with promises the games will be "no cost?" Why California's two senators say they're alarmed after a visit to the state's largest ICE detention facility. And the historic L.A landmark that will become the cultural hub for "El Tri" during the FIFA World Cup. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

   An ICE agent is attacked while trying to detain an illegal alien criminal in Minnesota and it was three on one.  He's in the hospital and fired a shot a wounded the original suspect.  That suspect is in custody as are the other two that came at the agent with a snow shovel or long tool handle.  It's getting worse for politicians asking people to resist Trump.    A KC media outlet posts the locations of all ICE agents in the city, presumably so agitators could go hassle them while another outlet cries foul that the feds are looking into a reporter that's working with a person committing serious crimes to get her information.    That detention center for criminal aliens coming to KC is getting people riled up, but the dirty business dealing behind it is really nuts.    Josh Hawley has changed his mind on the War Powers act vote as Trump now has a clear path to do what he wants.     In Sports, it appears John Harbaugh will be the next coach of the Giants.  Mizzou heats up after a slow start to take down Auburn and Jerome Tang is the worst coach in the Big 12.  The NCAA has made good changes to the transfer portal and an ESPN announcer makes the strangest race claim I've ever heard.  So sad.  

In recent days, immigration authorities have turned away members of Congress who were trying to visit a detention facility in Minnesota. But here in California, Congressman Ro Khanna recently did get inside the newest and largest immigration detention center in the state. And he said what he found was alarming. Guest, Tyche Hendricks, KQED Survivors of November's mass shooting in Stockton gathered at the state capitol Tuesday, calling on lawmakers to change what they say are misplaced priorities in California's budget. Reporter: Chris Felts, CapRadio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices