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President Donald Trump spoke at the 2026 Faith and Freedom Coalition's Policy Conference, sounding the alarm on communism.“The biggest thing we have to do is we have to stop this horrible threat of cancer that's permeating our country, called communism,” Trump said. Trump also warned Democrats about the slew of self-proclaimed democratic socialists who have gained ground in New York.House Republicans say Democrats are headed for an internal battle after democratic socialist candidates scored high-profile primary wins. Now, a group of moderate Democrats are publicly pushing back, saying the party needs to promote a centrist message.Members of the Religious Liberty Commission presented Trump with its final report, which highlights threats to religious freedom in the United States and recommends 12 actions to strengthen it.

Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, MBN was on the road at the Hudson's site in Detroit, for this year's Detroit Policy Conference, put on by the Detroit Regional Chamber. The event centered on the "New Leadership Era," featuring discussions on the city's future, economic development, and regional policy. This interview was with Glenn Stevens, head of MichAuto, and Chief Automotive and Innovation Officer of the Detroit Regional Chamber catching us up on things since we were together at CAR's MBS in September, also in Detroit. MichAuto's 2025 State of Automobility report underscores Michigan's continued leadership in automotive and mobility — yet warns that global competitors, especially China, are gaining ground. Michigan must innovate to maintain its edge in EVs and advanced mobility technologies. MichAuto is calling for urgent, coordinated action to keep Michigan competitive as the auto and mobility industry faces tech disruption, trade uncertainty, and shifting consumer demands. A December convening of industry leaders reinforced the need to innovate now. MichAuto released its new State of Automobility report, urging diversification into AI, automation, and advanced tech. The group is actively advocating for USMCA stability, welcomed updated fuel economy standards for planning certainty, and elevated Michigan's voice nationally and globally through policy, media, and leadership roles. The 2026 Detroit Policy Conference, which focused on the region's new leadership era, economic growth, and cross-sector collaboration. The conference brought together approximately 1300 regional leaders to address crucial economic and community challenges in the Detroit region.

Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, MBN was on the road at The Department at Hudson's in downtown Detroit, for this year's Detroit Policy Conference, put on by the Detroit Regional Chamber. The event centered on the "New Leadership Era," featuring discussions on the city's future, economic development, and regional policy. This interview was the "Media Scrum" with former Mayor of Detroit, and current Michigan Independent Gubernatorial candidate Mike Duggan. The Mayor discusses data centers, his independent candidacy, and Detroit's handling of contaminated soil at development projects. The 2026 conference, was a sold-out event. The conference brought together approximately 1300 regional leaders to address crucial economic and community challenges in the Detroit region. Speaking at the Department at Hudson's, Duggan outlined a vision for state-level economic growth, including proposed standards for data center approvals to protect local communities. Role Transition: Duggan addressed the conference in his new capacity as a 2026 Michigan gubernatorial candidate. Keynote Focus: He discussed economic development on a broader scale, focusing on balancing growth with equity and setting state-level standards for large-scale development projects like data centers. Conference Theme: The 2026 conference focused on "A New Leadership Era," exploring leadership transitions in the region. Duggan's participation highlighted the shift in his focus from municipal leadership to state-level governance, emphasizing the need for proactive state-level policies rather than relying on local, township-by-township decisions.

Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, MBN was on the road at the Hudson's site in Detroit, for this year's Detroit Policy Conference, put on by the Detroit Regional Chamber. The event centered on the "New Leadership Era," featuring discussions on the city's future, economic development, and regional policy. This interview was with Megan Spanitz, the new Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Chief Strategy Officer for the Detroit Regional Chamber, as of July 2025, taking over for long-time leader Tammy Carnrike. She shared how the rest of 2025 had gone, what she's focusing on for 2026, and highlights of what was going on that day with the conference. Spanitz moderated a key panel on philanthropy at the 2026 Detroit Policy Conference, which focused on the region's new leadership era, economic growth, and cross-sector collaboration. 2026 Role: Spanitz, as COO and Chief Strategy Officer, provided leadership and context for the 2026 conference, which was a sold-out event. The conference brought together approximately 1300 regional leaders to address crucial economic and community challenges in the Detroit region.

Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, MBN was on the road at the Hudson's site in Detroit, for this year's Detroit Policy Conference, put on by the Detroit Regional Chamber. The event centered on the "New Leadership Era," featuring discussions on the city's future, economic development, and regional policy. This interview was with John J. Walsh, Michigan Manufacturers Association, Lansing. He reviewed the recent awards event they held, what the focus of MMA is for 2026, and what he was getting out of this conference.

Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, MBN was on the road at the Hudson's site in Detroit, for this year's Detroit Policy Conference, put on by the Detroit Regional Chamber. The event centered on the "New Leadership Era," featuring discussions on the city's future, economic development, and regional policy. This interview was with Lisa Frohnapfel, President and CEO of the unified Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Michigan, actively shapes the state's business landscape by promoting ethical standards and trust. Following a major 2025 merger, she leads initiatives focused on AI-driven training, consumer protection, and supporting small businesses through educational, data-driven resources. She also discusses what she hoped to get out of the conference that day #DPC26. Key 2025-2026 Activities and Initiatives Statewide Merger Leadership: In April 2025, Frohnapfel took the lead of the combined BBB of Michigan, uniting the Eastern and Western branches to improve efficiency and service across the state, including the Upper Peninsula. AI and Tech Integration: She announced the launch of new AI-driven training sessions to help Michigan businesses stay competitive, with plans for the first-ever BBB AI Summit to be held soon. Focus on Ethics and Security: At the Torch Awards for Ethics, she emphasized that the organization's focus is on building trust in the marketplace and protecting consumers from financial fraud. Small Business Support: She spoke at the 11th Annual Small Business Workshop in May 2025, focusing on "Thriving through Uncertainty" and providing actionable insights for business owners. Background Before joining the BBB in 2021, Frohnapfel had a 25-year career in the financial services sector, including serving as CEO of a multi-branch credit union in West Michigan.

Devon, Norris, and Jer tackle three topics live at the Detroit Policy Conference. First, we get into lunch spots we like and are disappointed by recently. Then, there's a proposal to provide transit to all of the cities in Wayne County, as currently a number of communities have no connecting service. We talk about hwo this is the base layer to the cake of transit. Then, there's some ideas around overhauling the city of Detroit's tax structure, including a possible excise tax in greater downtown to provide more money for the neighborhoods. Today's show was recorded live at the Detroit Policy Conference put on by the Detroit Regional Chamber. Feedback as always - dailydetroit -at- gmail -dot- com or leave a voicemail 313-789-3211. Follow Daily Detroit on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942 Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/  

January 29, 2026 ~ Detroit Regional Chamber COO and Chief Strategy Officer Megan Spanitz joins Jeff Caponigro to give an overview of The Detroit Policy Conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

January 29, 2026 ~ Mark de la Vergne, Head of Network Growth at Michigan Central, joins Kevin live at the Detroit Policy Conference Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

January 29, 2026 ~ Mike Griffie, Detroit Metro Leader for AECOM joins Kevin live at the Detroit Policy Conference Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

January 29, 2026 ~ Sarida Scott, Vice President of Program at the Skillman Foundation, joins Kevin live at the Detroit Policy Conference Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

January 29, 2026 ~ James E. Tate Jr., President of Detroit City Council, joins Kevin to talk about the Detroit Policy Conference Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

January 29, 2026 ~ Dana Williams, President at Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation, joins Kevin live at the Detroit Policy Conference Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

January 29, 2026 ~ Bob Riney, President and Chief Executive Officer at Henry Ford Health, joins Kevin live at the Detroit Policy Conference Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

January 29, 2026 ~ Ned Staebler, Vice President for Economic Development at Wayne State University and President and Chief Executive Officer of TechTown joins Kevin live at the Detroit Policy Conference Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

January 29, 2026 ~ Sandy Baruah, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Detroit Regional Chamber, joins Kevin live at the Detroit Policy Conference Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

January 29, 2026 ~ John Sellek, CEO of Harbor Strategic Public Relations, joins Kevin to talk about the Detroit Policy Conference and discuss the newly launched Michigan Smart Trade Alliance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's Ohio Ag Net podcast, Dale Minyo is in Ross County with Farm Credit Mid-America's Olivia Congrove, financial officer, and Rudi Pitzer Perry, Regional Vice President of Ag Lending. They spotlight FCMA's statewide "Fight the Hunger, Stock the Trailer" initiative, which is a county fair food drive sponsored by Rural First that brought in 448,827 pounds of donations for local food banks. Ross County led the state with a record-setting 122,640 pounds. Congrove and Pitzer Perry break down the program's purpose, its growth to 56 participating fairs, and the community impact behind the numbers. Dale also talks with two participants in the contest. They reflect on what they learned and how the program heightened their understanding of food insecurity and service in their county. Later in the episode, Ty Higgins reports from the Ohio No-Till Conference with The Ohio State University Professor Scott Shearer, Ph.D., from the Department of Food, Agricultural and Biological Engineering. The two explore the expanding role of artificial intelligence (AI) in agriculture, including autonomous field machinery and precision tools for weed control, nutrient management, and pest management. The conversation also covers how AI can boost return on investment and strengthen on-farm decision-making. Dusty Sonnenberg checks in from the Ohio Soybean Hometown Tour with Brianna Metts of the U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC). They discuss USSEC's mission, recent movement (or lack thereof) of U.S. soybeans to China, and where soybean and meal exports from Ohio are heading. Metts also highlights Egypt's rapid emergence as a key market opportunity since 2018. To wrap up, Joel Penhorwood reports from the 2025 Agricultural Outlook and Policy Conference with The Ohio State University Professor and Economist, Ian Sheldon, Ph.D. Their conversation dives into U.S. tariffs, trade relationships with global partners, and the broader market signals shaping agricultural policy today.

On this episode of the Ohio Farm Bureau Podcast, we talk with Nationwide's Commercial Agribusiness team and the Hummel Group about how they support today's farms and agribusinesses. We also chat with Dr. Ian Sheldon, professor and Andersons chair of agricultural marketing, trade and policy at Ohio State's Department of Agricultural, Environmental, and Development Economics about the 2025 Agricultural Outlook and Policy Conference. 

In this episode, Executive Editor Kim Schmidt sat down with Brian McGuire, president and CEO of Associated Equipment Distributors, who had just returned from AED's Policy Conference in Washington D.C.

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party and its new coalition partner, Nippon Ishin no Kai ()削除, on Wednesday agreed to establish a joint conference to coordinate policies.

Summary The conversation covers the recent Gun Rights Policy Conference, highlighting key insights from speakers like Alan Gottlieb and AWR Hawkins. The discussion shifts to the tragic shooting incident in Michigan, analyzing the implications for gun rights and the media's role in reporting such events. John Lott joins to discuss the importance of understanding the motivations behind mass shootings and the need for armed security in vulnerable locations. In this conversation, Mark Walters and his guests discuss the ongoing issues of gun violence, the importance of the Second Amendment, and the need for personal responsibility in ensuring safety, particularly in places of worship. They explore the societal implications of recent shootings, the role of faith in combating evil, and the necessity for communities to prepare for potential threats. The dialogue emphasizes the urgency of addressing these challenges and the call to action for individuals to take a stand for their rights and beliefs. Takeaways Gun violence continues to be a pressing issue in society. The Second Amendment is crucial for personal and public safety. Individuals must take personal responsibility for their safety. Recent shootings have shifted public perception on gun rights. Churches need to implement security measures to protect congregants. Evil exists in society and must be acknowledged. Faith plays a significant role in combating societal evils. There is a perceived war on Christianity in America. Communities must prepare for potential threats to safety. The time for action is now; complacency is not an option. Keywords Gun Rights, Policy Conference, Second Amendment, Alan Gottlieb, AWR Hawkins, Michigan Shooting, John Lott, NRA, Armed American Radio, Gun Control, gun violence, Second Amendment, personal responsibility, public safety, church security, evil in society, faith, Christianity, self-defense, preparedness  

Summary The conversation covers the recent Gun Rights Policy Conference, highlighting key insights from speakers like Alan Gottlieb and AWR Hawkins. The discussion shifts to the tragic shooting incident in Michigan, analyzing the implications for gun rights and the media's role in reporting such events. John Lott joins to discuss the importance of understanding the motivations behind mass shootings and the need for armed security in vulnerable locations. In this conversation, Mark Walters and his guests discuss the ongoing issues of gun violence, the importance of the Second Amendment, and the need for personal responsibility in ensuring safety, particularly in places of worship. They explore the societal implications of recent shootings, the role of faith in combating evil, and the necessity for communities to prepare for potential threats. The dialogue emphasizes the urgency of addressing these challenges and the call to action for individuals to take a stand for their rights and beliefs. Takeaways Gun violence continues to be a pressing issue in society. The Second Amendment is crucial for personal and public safety. Individuals must take personal responsibility for their safety. Recent shootings have shifted public perception on gun rights. Churches need to implement security measures to protect congregants. Evil exists in society and must be acknowledged. Faith plays a significant role in combating societal evils. There is a perceived war on Christianity in America. Communities must prepare for potential threats to safety. The time for action is now; complacency is not an option. Keywords Gun Rights, Policy Conference, Second Amendment, Alan Gottlieb, AWR Hawkins, Michigan Shooting, John Lott, NRA, Armed American Radio, Gun Control, gun violence, Second Amendment, personal responsibility, public safety, church security, evil in society, faith, Christianity, self-defense, preparedness  

Summary The conversation covers the recent Gun Rights Policy Conference, highlighting key insights from speakers like Alan Gottlieb and AWR Hawkins. The discussion shifts to the tragic shooting incident in Michigan, analyzing the implications for gun rights and the media's role in reporting such events. John Lott joins to discuss the importance of understanding the motivations behind mass shootings and the need for armed security in vulnerable locations. In this conversation, Mark Walters and his guests discuss the ongoing issues of gun violence, the importance of the Second Amendment, and the need for personal responsibility in ensuring safety, particularly in places of worship. They explore the societal implications of recent shootings, the role of faith in combating evil, and the necessity for communities to prepare for potential threats. The dialogue emphasizes the urgency of addressing these challenges and the call to action for individuals to take a stand for their rights and beliefs. Takeaways Gun violence continues to be a pressing issue in society. The Second Amendment is crucial for personal and public safety. Individuals must take personal responsibility for their safety. Recent shootings have shifted public perception on gun rights. Churches need to implement security measures to protect congregants. Evil exists in society and must be acknowledged. Faith plays a significant role in combating societal evils. There is a perceived war on Christianity in America. Communities must prepare for potential threats to safety. The time for action is now; complacency is not an option. Keywords Gun Rights, Policy Conference, Second Amendment, Alan Gottlieb, AWR Hawkins, Michigan Shooting, John Lott, NRA, Armed American Radio, Gun Control, gun violence, Second Amendment, personal responsibility, public safety, church security, evil in society, faith, Christianity, self-defense, preparedness  

Rep. Steve Frisbie (R-Pennfield) returns to Community Matters to update listeners on legislative activity in the Michigan House of Representatives.Frisbie discusses legislation to give volunteer emergency response workers in Michigan a tax break, restoring local control over energy policies, his attendance at the Mackinac Policy Conference, the Ford BlueOval plant and more.Episode ResourcesRep. Steve Frisbie House Republicans WebsiteABOUT COMMUNITY MATTERSFormer WBCK Morning Show host Richard Piet (2014-2017) returns to host Community Matters, an interview program focused on community leaders and newsmakers in and around Battle Creek. Community Matters is heard Saturdays at 8:00 AM on WBCK-FM (95.3) and anytime at battlecreekpodcast.com.Community Matters is sponsored by Lakeview Ford Lincoln and produced by Livemic Communications.

May 28, 2025 ~ Paul W Smith broadcasts live from the Mackinac Grand Hotel for the first day of the Policy Conference.

In this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, host Brigitte Sager DNP shares insights from the AANP Health Policy Conference, emphasizing the importance of nurse practitioners in advocating for healthcare policy changes. She discusses the challenges faced by nurse practitioners, particularly in rural areas, and highlights key statistics about their impact on patient care. The conversation also covers the need for better representation and advocacy within the nursing profession, as well as the importance of addressing misinformation and funding for nursing initiatives.

January 23, 2025 ~ Sandy Baruah, President and CEO of the Detroit Regional Chamber kicks off the Detroit Policy Conference with Paul W Smith.

Glenn Stevens, Executive Director of MichAuto and Vice President of Automotive and Mobility at the Detroit Regional Chamber joins Paul W Smith at the Detroit Policy Conferencce.

January 23, 2025 ~ At Detroit's Policy Conference, Kevin checks in with Wayne County Executive, Warren Evans, to learn the latest going on.

January 23, 2025 ~ Tara Aldea, First Vice President, Treasury Sales Manager at Mercantile Bank and Jay Baydoun, First Vice President, Commercial Banking at Mercantile Bank, stop by to chat with Kevin at the Detroit Policy Conference

Becky Gerritson with Eagle Forum of Alabama highlighting the upcoming One Day Policy Conference on January 31st. Visit alabamaeagle.org for more information.

On today's show, we talk about General Motors ending Cruise, as well as the wider autonomous space - and how when we talk to listeners most people don't actually want to own a self driving car. After all, GM is in the business of selling cars.  We get into Waymo's large lead in the Robotaxi space, and how we're startng to see them far more often in Metro Detroit. Plus, we preview the 2025 Detroit Policy Conference - with a lineup including Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, Richard Florida, Johnnie Turnage, Santa Ono and more.  We'll be there, you can sign up at https://www.detroitchamber.com/detroit-policy-conference/2025-detroit-policy-conference/ As always, you can find Daily Detroit wherever fine podcasts are found like Apple Podcasts and Spotify. 

We talk with Joe Tuplin, a veteran who, after serving in the national guard, turned his hobby of making wooden outdoor furniture, which helped him relax after serving in war zones, into a thriving business—Kilted Moose Outdoor Furniture. Joe is one of more than 70 makers who are participating in the click here.  Sponsored by Harvard Pilgrim. Also sponsored by the NH Fiscal Policy Institute's 2024 Budget and Policy Conference.

This week we talk with Nick Soggu, president and CEO of SiverTech and CEO of Pannos Marketing about how he built some of the most successful web development and marketing agencies in NH and what it fueling their current growth. For more information about Silvertech, click here.   For more information about Pannos Marketing, click here.   Sponsored by Harvard Pilgrim. Also sponsored by the NH Fiscal Policy Institute's 2024 Budget and Policy Conference.   . 

Heather Fazio joins Russell and Rachel this week to discuss policy opportunities with the 89th Texas Legislative Session.Topics are expanding the conversation for stronger medicinal cannabis for our cancer victims and Veterans, as well as regulateour Hemp market with better rules and self governance regarding these beneficial products to elderly and  those with Chronic pain.Heather is hosting the Texas Cannabis Policy Conference September 12-14 at Texas A&M University!To attend this excellent policy conversation visit: https://texascannabisconference.org/Heater FazioRachel NelsonRussell Dowdenwww.TexasHempReporter.comLike & Follow us on YouTube here:https://www.youtube.com/@texashempshow

  Heather Fazio TX Cannabis Policy Conference at Texas A&M University Heather comes on the show to talk about the upcoming Texas Cannabis Policy Conference at Texas A&M University this September 12-14. Policy amendments, TCUP program, Self Regulation, and the importance of authentic leadership and strategy as we gear up for the new legislative session this winter. #printisnotdead #hemp #media #txhempshow Texas Hemp Reporter Texas Hemp Show Texas Business. Solidarity among Industry. Texas Hemp Reporter Magazine Texas Hemp Show Podcast Episode #180www.texashempreporter.com issuu.com/texashempreporter 

May 30, 2024 ~ Dr. Rose Bellanca, Washtenaw Community College President talks to Paul W. Smith about her work at the conference promoting the college

May 30, 2024 ~ Suzanne Shank, President & CEO of Siebert Williams Shanks & Co. & 2024 Chair of the Detroit Regional Chamber Mackinac Policy Conference tells Paul W. Smith this conference is all about working together to come up with answers to problems that everyone is dealing with throughout the State of Michigan.

May 29, 2024 ~ Governor Gretchen Whitmer talks to Paul W. Smith about the importance of working as a team to make Michigan a better place to live, work and play.

May 29, 2024 ~ Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan recounts some of the city's recent victories with Paul W. Smith.

From PRI's 2024 Sacramento policy conference, senior director of education studies Lance Izumi moderates a panel discussing the implosion of academic rigor in California's schools, and how that affects California's students – particularly those most vulnerable – and impacts the state's economic competitiveness.  A preview of his upcoming PRI book The Great Classroom Collapse, Lance talks with parent activists who share their stories about challenging the education status quo in their communities.  Learn about reforms to ensure students can graduate and are prepared to enter the workforce.  Plus Tim discusses the pro-Hamas demonstrations at UCLA that shocked the nation and breaks down the Sacramento political finger pointing that took place in the aftermath of the riots.

For this show, a rebroadcast of the keynote address, "Israel Beyond Apartheid," by author and activist Susan Albulhawa, delivered at the Israel and American Policy Conference held March 22, 2019 at the National Press Club in Washington, DC., sponsored by the Washington Report on Middle East Affairs. Abulhawa discusses Israel as a major weapons developer and exporter, the use of Gaza as a weapons testing lab on human beings, and the arming of rogue states. She also details Israel's destruction of natural ecosystems, and the hellbent erasure of historic villages, mosques, cemeteries and cultural and archeological treasures of Palestine. The show is made possible only by our volunteer energy, our resolve to keep the people's voices on the air, and by support from our listeners. In this new era of fake corporate news, we have to be and support our own media! Please click here or click on the Support-Donate tab on this website to subscribe for as little as $3 a month. We are so grateful for this small but growing amount of monthly crowdsource funding on Patreon. PATREON NOW HAS A ONE-TIME, ANNUAL DONATION FUNCTION! You can also give a one-time or recurring donation on PayPal. Thank you! Links: Susan Abulhawa website Washington Report on Middle east Affairs

Happy Friday! As a heads up, we're going to be doing two episodes next week for the holiday break. On today's show: 02:25 - Where is the good Decaf coffee in town? Whether at shops or for take home? 05:23 - Details of a new hotel that'll be connected to Huntington Place were announced, we discuss. Can we get a real connected to the riverfront restaurant? 11:28 - Coming up on January 11, 2024 is the Detroit Policy Conference. One of the key focuses is the new Growing Together Michigan report and focusing on ways to encourage Michigan and Metro Detroit to grow. Predictions episode next week, if you have any, feel free to send them in. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or 313-789-3211 Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonapple  Or Spotify: https://lnk.to/dailydetroitonspotify  Thanks to our members: http://www.patreon.com/dailydetroit  Or those who do a one-time contribution: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/dailydetroit  

Devin Stone and Parashar Patel join Priya Rathakrishnan to discuss the recent Medical Device Manufacturers Association (MDMA) conference on reimbursement and health policy and provide key takeaways for medical device manufacturers.

A new era of state policymaking and operational action on immigration has begun, led by Texas and Florida, which set off tensions with state and local officials elsewhere by busing and flying asylum seekers and other migrants from the Texas-Mexico border into the U.S. interior. While state-level involvement in immigration policymaking is not new, the Florida and Texas decisions to drop off migrants in other jurisdictions, often with little to no notice, has raised new tensions between states and city leaders. This panel, moderated by MPI Senior Fellow Muzaffar Chishti and featuring city and NGO leaders and other experts, examines the diverse directions states are going in. Some are advancing immigrants' rights even as Texas installs buoys on the Rio Grande and encourages other states to send their National Guards to the border. The panel also focuses on how cities such as Chicago, Washington, DC, and New York have addressed the arrivals of tens of thousands of migrants; the provision of services to these newcomers; and the fiscal impacts. Speakers: Muzaffar Chishti, MPI Senior Fellow and Director of the MPI office at New York University School of Law Miriam Jordan, National Immigration Correspondent, The New York Times Abel Nuñez, Executive Director, Central American Resource Center (CARECEN) Beatriz Ponce de León, Deputy Mayor of Immigrant, Migrant and Refugee Rights, Office of the Mayor of Chicago Michael J. Wishnie, William O. Douglas Clinical Professor of Law, Yale Law School www.migrationpolicy.org

Full and fair access to immigration legal services is vital to ensure justice for asylum seekers and other migrants seeking protection in the immigration courts or immigration status before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Legal representation is also essential to the effective functioning of the immigration court system, improving outcomes and appearances at all levels—an essential element for a body that is facing more than 2 million pending cases. Resolution of affirmative applications before USCIS and immigration court cases takes years, and the waiting times continue to grow. For poor and low-income immigrants, there is an average of only one legal representative for 1,413 unauthorized persons in the United States and this number varies greatly by state. Panelists discuss the current state of immigration legal services and the growing need for representation. They address the importance of investment in universal representation and the use of innovation and technology to ensure access to justice for those seeking status and protection in the United States. Legal services strengthen the integrity of the institutions which implement U.S. immigration laws and uphold due process and international law principles.   Speakers: Anna Marie Gallagher, Executive Director, CLINIC Rodrigo Camarena, Director, Justicia Lab Annie Chen, Initiative Director, Advancing Universal Representation, Vera Institute Emmett Soper, Counsel to the Director, Executive Office for Immigration Review, U.S. Department of Justice Wendy Young, President, Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) www.migrationpolicy.org

The U.S. immigration policy space has seen a high degree of dynamism—and disorder—over the past year. A raft of new humanitarian and legal immigration policies has been advanced amid record unauthorized arrivals at the U.S.-Mexico border, a growing recognition that migration is increasingly hemispheric in nature, the end of a pandemic-era expulsions policy that the government had come to rely upon, and continued congressional inaction on immigration. The courts have been active players, in some cases blocking prominent executive-branch policies. And some states, led by Texas and Florida, have noisily entered the arena. Where is this turbulent period headed? How is the Biden administration executing on its vision for a new post-pandemic strategy at the border and beyond? Is long-standing executive branch pre-eminence on immigration eroding as the courts and states assume greater roles? And where is immigration likely to stand as an issue in upcoming national elections? MPI Senior Fellow Doris Meissner leads a panel of experts in tackling these and other issues. Speakers: Doris Meissner, Senior Fellow and Director of U.S. Immigration Policy Program, MPI Ronald Brownstein, Senior Editor, The Atlantic, and Senior Political Analyst, CNN Linda Chavez, Senior Fellow, Open Society, Niskanen Center, and President, Becoming American Initiative Angela Maria Kelley, Chief Advisor, Policy and Partnerships, American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Blas Nuñez-Neto, Assistant Secretary for Border and Immigration Policy and Acting Assistant Secretary for the Office of International Affairs, U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) www.migrationpolicy.org

Building on its humanitarian parole programs for the admission of Afghan and Ukrainian nationals, the Biden administration established such a program for Venezuelans in October 2022 and expanded it to include Cuban, Haitian, and Nicaraguan nationals in January 2023.  The “CHNV” humanitarian parole program requires a sponsor in the United States, such as a citizen or lawful permanent resident, and enables the United States to admit up to 30,000 nationals from those four countries every month. The White House announced that it is encouraging individuals “to seek orderly and lawful pathways to migration and reduce overcrowding along the southwest border and the strain on the immigration system.” Due to very high interest in the program, a significant backlog of CHNV applications developed by May 2023. According to one study, the CHNV program has already prevented the entry of hundreds of thousands of unauthorized immigrants along the southern border with Mexico. Among other important issues, the panelists will discuss: What are the successes and challenges of these programs? What will happen to those admitted after the two years of humanitarian parole status expires? To what extent are such parolees applying for asylum or other legal immigration statuses? How are these new lawful pathways affecting the number of arrivals from these countries at the southern border with Mexico?  Speakers: Andrew I. Schoenholtz, Professor from Practice, Georgetown Law; Co-Director, Center for Applied Legal Studies; Faculty Director, Human Rights Institute, Georgetown Law David J. Bier, Associate Director, Immigration Studies, CATO Institute Dara Lind, Senior Fellow, American Immigration Council Royce Bernstein Murray, Senior Counselor, Office of the Secretary, U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Alan Gottlieb updates from gun rights Policy Conference and Massad Ayoob-The Godfather of Self Defense