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The ExcerptStocks soar as Trump pauses most tariffsUSA TODAY Money Editor Charisse Jones takes a look at the market response to President Donald Trump's move pausing reciprocal tariffs for most countries.A jailed U.S. citizen has been released in a prisoner swap with Russia.USA TODAY National Immigration Reporter Lauren Villagran discusses how tourists detained by ICE are revealing shocking detention conditions.International tourists are turning away from the U.S. as a travel destination.The Masters golf tournament tees off.Have feedback on the show? Please send us an email at podcasts@USATODAY.com. 2025-04-1013 min

The ExcerptFor many U.S. immigrants, legal status is suddenly out of reachAmong the nation's nearly 14 million estimated unauthorized immigrants, more than two million didn't sneak over the border or overstay a visa but rather took what was once a legal pathway to the United States endorsed by President Joe Biden. The problem with that? Well, Biden isn’t president anymore, Donald Trump is. And so, what was legal just a few months ago, could easily be illegal tomorrow. The question is, what happens to people who made reasonable plans for staying in the US but suddenly find themselves illegal virtually overnight? What about their families, their kids, their employers? USA TO...2025-04-0615 min

Can We Please Talk?"So the alligator bit your arm off huh.."Mike & Nick examine two stories making headlines - a court order being defied, and the potential end of an agency that helps put an end to homelessness. USA Today National Correspondent Lauren Villagran stops by to talk about the latest immigration news, plus, what is CA Governor Gavin Newsom doing with a podcast.We are brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee - Have a cup of the best tasting coffee that gets Mike & Nick through breaking down the latest in news & politics! Visit our link - https://lddy.no/1hvgr & use our promo code C...2025-03-1855 min

The ExcerptJudges calling out Trump admin for underwhelming defenseUSA TODAY Supreme Court Correspondent Maureen Groppe discusses how judges are calling out the Trump administration for flimsy legal arguments.President Donald Trump uses a 1798 law to deport nearly 300 Venezuelans despite a judge's order to block the move.USA TODAY National Immigration Reporter Lauren Villagran talks about how ICE is detaining those married or engaged to U.S. citizens who have visa overstays or other discrepancies.Severe storms leave dozens dead.Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams will soon be on their way home from space.Get ready to...2025-03-1714 min

Can We Please Talk?What a week, huh...Mike & Nick on the West Palm Beach golf course assassination attempt at fmr Pres. Trump, VP Kamala Harris's interview with NABJ, USA Today National correspondent Lauren Villagran stops by to discuss her recent articles on voters across states, plus, P. Diddy's arrest. Can We Please Talk? is powered by Fresh Roasted Coffee - As the summer months cool down, you too can cool down with a fresh cold brew, iced tea or iced coffee from our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee. Visit https://lddy.no/1hvgr & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your first pur...2024-09-181h 10

Church & Culture PodcastCCP99: On ImmigrationIn this week's conversation between Dr. James Emery White and co-host Alexis Drye, they discuss a recent Gallup poll that found Americans believe the most important problem facing the country right now is immigration (you can read the article HERE). To be sure, there has been an influx of more than 300,000 people crossing the border in the month of December alone. This has made it an incredibly hot-button issue in our current culture, whether you're a Republican or a Democrat. Episode Links The issue at our borders is a mess. We seem to be losing...2024-03-1533 min

New Mexico in Focus (A Production of NMPBS)Spike in Migrant Deaths on the Southern BorderLou DiVizio kicks off the show with some state headlines, including news the Governor's appointee for Secretary of the state Indian Affairs Department is stepping down. Plus, Executive Producer Jeff Proctor speaks with two journalists, Lauren Villagran of USA Today and Omar Ornelas of the El Paso Times, about their yearlong investigation into a spike in migrant deaths along the U.S.-Mexico border. Spike in Migrant Deaths on the Southern Border Correspondent: Jeff Proctor Guests: Lauren Villagran, border reporter, USA Today Network Omar Ornelas, photo...2023-12-1823 min

Can We Please Talk?"To be the man, you gotta beat the man!”Mike & Nick examine fmr. President Trump's 2024 campaign strategy & message, El Paso Times immigration reporter Lauren Villagran joins us to break down the latest news happening at the U.S. southern border, plus, a look at the viral brawl that took place in Montgomery, Alabama. This episode is brought to you by - Nerd Focus - The original think drink that will boost your energy, concentration, memory & focus! Visit https://nerdfocus.com?sca_ref=4163439.CGKmK2rfTO to get a discount for being a CWPT listener!Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels o...2023-08-081h 11

Today, ExplainedThe new border crisisTitle 42, a Covid-era policy that included strict limits on migration into the US from Mexico, has expired. El Paso Times reporter Lauren Villagran explains what that means for both the border communities and the far-flung cities feeling the brunt of border politics. This episode was produced by Victoria Chamberlin, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Sean Rameswaram. Transcript at vox.com/todayexplained Support Today, Explained by making a financial contribution to Vox! bit.ly/givepodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 2023-05-1625 min

Today, ExplainedThe new border crisisTitle 42, a Covid-era policy that included strict limits on migration into the US from Mexico, has expired. El Paso Times reporter Lauren Villagran explains what that means for both the border communities and the far-flung cities feeling the brunt of border politics.This episode was produced by Victoria Chamberlin, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Sean Rameswaram.Transcript at vox.com/todayexplainedSupport Today, Explained by making a financial contribution to Vox! bit.ly/givepodcasts Learn more about your ad...2023-05-1626 min

Can We Please Talk?"Meet me on 15th and Speaker.."Mike & Nick on Rep. Kevin McCarthy's long week to become House Speaker, a few news stories you may have missed, plus, El Paso immigration reporter Lauren Villagran joined us to break down the latest news happening at our U.S. southern border, including President Biden's recent trip.One cup is all it takes to fall in love with our sponsors over at Fresh Roasted Coffee. Coffee, teas, syrups, merchandise & more, head to https://www.freshroastedcoffee.com/ and enter in the promo code CANWEGET20 for 20% off your first purchase.Support this show http://supporter.acast...2023-01-101h 03

CrucesSunNewsThe Reporter's Notebook, Ep. 45: The Perez Family Travels to New YorkThis week, we’re talking to El Paso Times reporter Lauren Villagran, who covers immigration and the U.S.-Mexico border for the Times and the USA Today network of newspapers. The journey of Kristian González Pérez and his family of four is not particularly unique — insomuch as his was one of thousands of families bussed to other parts of the country, sometimes for practical reasons, sometimes for political reasons. They were four of 10,713 asylum seekers who took the same route to New York on city-chartered buses. The family captured the journey on cameras provided by the El Paso T...2022-12-0637 min $The Reporter\'s Notebook from The Las Cruces Sun-News$ The Reporter's Notebook from The Las Cruces Sun-NewsThe Reporter's Notebook, Ep. 45: The Perez Family Travels to New YorkThis week, we’re talking to El Paso Times reporter Lauren Villagran, who covers immigration and the U.S.-Mexico border for the Times and the USA Today network of newspapers.The journey of Kristian González Pérez and his family of four is not particularly unique — insomuch as his was one of thousands of families bussed to other parts of the country, sometime for practical reasons, sometimes for political reasons.They were four of 10,713 asylum...2022-12-0137 min

CrucesSunNewsThe Reporter's Notebook Podcast, Ep. 29: A mass shooting in CanadaIn this week’s episode, we’re talking to Lauren Villagran, who generally covers border issues for the El Paso Times. But she recently crossed a different border — the U.S./Canadian border — to take on an issue that is near and dear to the hearts of El Pasoans and fronterizos. Lauren traveled to Portapique, Nova Scotia, where, one night in April 2020, “in the time it took for the Bay of Fundy’s high tide to drain into the Atlantic and swell back up again to the wooded coast,” as Lauren wrote, “a deranged man gunned down 22 people in their homes and on the...2022-08-1635 min $The Reporter\'s Notebook from The Las Cruces Sun-News$ The Reporter's Notebook from The Las Cruces Sun-NewsThe Reporter's Notebook Podcast, Ep. 29: A mass shooting in CanadaIn this week’s episode, we’re talking to Lauren Villagran, who generally covers border issues for the El Paso Times. But she recently crossed a different border — the U.S./Canadian border — to take on an issue that is near and dear to the hearts of El Pasoans and fronterizos. Lauren traveled to Portapique, Nova Scotia, where, one night in April 2020, “in the time it took for the Bay of Fundy’s high tide to drain into the Atlantic and swell back up again to the wooded coast,” as Lauren wrote, “a deranged man gunned down 22 people in their homes and o...2022-08-1235 min

Súper CiudadanasCiberseguridad + Tiroteo en TexasHoy hablamos sobre ciberseguridad con Hermann Obermöller, Gerente de Servicios de NovaRed. ¿Qué podemos hacer para reducir los riesgos en internet? Hermann nos dio algunos tips para crear contraseñas seguras, pero también sugirió actualizar los navegadores con los parches de seguridad, cambiar las claves cada tres meses y muy importante: ¡No usar la misma contraseña para todo! Además, tuvimos un contacto telefónico con la periodista de El Paso Times y USA Today, Lauren Villagran, para conversar sobre sus impresiones del tiroteo en Texas.2022-05-2541 min

Can We Please Talk?"Over the (southern) borderline..."In this episode, a recap of the federal mask mandate being lifted for travel, El Paso Times immigration reporter Lauren Villagran joins us to discuss all the latest news & notes happening at the U.S. southern border, plus, we bid farewell to a streaming service just a month old.This episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens. Go to https://athleticgreens.com/EMERGING to get ONE FREE year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase!And by Bones Coffee. Head to bonescoffee.com and use the...2022-04-2552 min

Día a Día con César Miguel RondónDía a Día con César Miguel Rondón (25 de marzo de 2022)Hoy en Día a Día, comenzamos conversando con Enrique Serbeto, corresponsal de ABC en Bruselas, sobre las medidas de la OTAN, países europeos y EE.UU contra Rusia: “Creo que se va a acentuar el acoso hacia Putin. No militar, porque la OTAN no desea extender el conflicto a otros países, sino seguir estrangulándolo económicamente para obligarlo a retroceder”, opinó. “Los europeos le estamos dando alrededor de 700 millones de euros diarios a Putin, eso significa que le estamos facilitando la financiación de la guerra… Por eso EE.UU empezará a suministrar gas licuado a Europa...2022-03-251h 24

Día a Día con César Miguel RondónDía a Día con César Miguel Rondón (20 de septiembre del 2021)Hoy en Día a Día, comenzamos conversando con Codirector del Centre for Postcolonial Studies de Goldsmiths, Francisco Carballo, sobre las elecciones legislativas en Rusia: “El partido de Putin se lleva más o menos el 50% de la duma rusa y el Partido Comunista se lleva el 20%”, dijo, pero opinó que “Putin va a tener que hacer más trabajo que antes, porque ya no tiene asegurada la victoria como la tenía hace algunos años”.Con Delsa Solórzano, presidente del Partido Encuentro Ciudadano y defensora de DD.HH, conversamos sobre la situación pol...2021-09-211h 33

Día a Día con César Miguel RondónDía a Día con César Miguel Rondón (15 de junio de 2021)Hoy en Día a Día, comenzamos conversando con Enrique Serbeto, corresponsal de ABC en Bruselas, sobre el inicio de la cumbre de la OTAN: “Todos estaban felices de que EE.UU, el país más importante de la OTAN, volviera a esta canción del multilateralismo híbrido entre aliados… Ahora se ha pasado al ‘America is back’”, dijo. También destacó que “EE.UU y Europa se necesitan para hacer frente al desafío que suponen Rusia y China, países que ponen en peligro sus intereses”.La reportera de inmigración de El Paso T...2021-06-151h 29

Día a Día con César Miguel RondónDía a Día con César Miguel Rondón (9 de abril 2021)Hoy en Día a Día, comenzamos conversando con la reportera de inmigración de El Paso Times y USA TODAY, Lauren Villagran, sobre la situación en la frontera de Estados Unidos: “La administración Biden decidió no aplicar el Título 42 a los menores no acompañados”, comentó, y destacó: “Como Biden no ha anunciado nuevos programas ni políticas en la frontera, la gente que ha estado esperando muchos años, está haciendo lo que puede para intentar entrar al país”.El Comisionado Presidencial para las Relaciones Exteriores del Gobierno Interino de V...2021-04-091h 22

Día a Día con César Miguel RondónDía a Día con César Miguel Rondón (23 de Marzo del 2021)Hoy en Día a Día, comenzamos conversando con Lauren Villagran, reportera de inmigración de El Paso Times y USA TODAY, acerca de la situación de los migrantes en las instalaciones temporales de la Patrulla Fronteriza en Texas: “Como no hay actualmente una manera de pedir asilo político y refugio, los mismos padres mandan a sus hijos por la frontera y tratan de cruzar por separado”, explicó, y destacó que “El sistema tiene más de 100 refugios para niños, pero redujeron la cantidad por el Covid-19 y no estaban listos para que llegaran tantos niños… La seman...2021-03-231h 23

Vox Quick HitsBiden at the border | Today, Explained in 10President Biden says he wants to undo his predecessor’s immigration policies? The El Paso Times’s Lauren Villagran explain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 2021-02-1810 min

New Mexico in Focus (A Production of NMPBS)Women’s Right to Vote in New Mexico and Recap of COVID ConversationsNew Mexico in Focus begins its 14th season with a look back at the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic since it first hit the state in March, and a look forward from the time women won the right to vote 100 years ago. As part of an online preview screening this week of the PBS program “American Experience: The Vote,” correspondent Megan Kamerick led a conversation about the history of women’s suffrage in New Mexico. Kamerick is hosting a new podcast series on the topic. NMiF excerpts a portion of that discussion. More information on both the nation...2020-07-081h 07

New Mexico in Focus (A Production of NMPBS)COVID-19 Testing, El Paso Area Outbreak, Federal Races In NM Primary, And George I. Sanchez’s LegacyThis week on New Mexico in Focus, correspondent Laura Paskus continues her series of interviews with journalists around the state as they cover COVID-19 in their communities. Although it’s in Texas, El Paso’s proximity to our state and the border with Mexico makes it an important part of the pandemic’s equation. Paskus talks with two veteran border journalists, Bob Moore of El Paso Matters and Lauren Villagran, immigration reporter with the El Paso Times. Senior producer Matt Grubs looks at testing for the novel coronavirus – both for those infected and for those who may have had...2020-05-221h 03

The KickerFear at the borderOn this week’s episode, CJR Editor and Publisher Kyle Pope speaks with Lauren Villagran and Aaron Montes, both reporters at the El Paso Times, about their paper’s recent collaboration with The New York Times. They discuss their discovery of the Border Patrol station in Clint, Texas and the climate of fear in El Paso after the Trump administration’s unique decision to announce raids ahead of time.2019-07-1117 min