How is what we’re seeing in Minneapolis simply a replica of what’s been playing out on the US-Mexico border for decades? Murder, cover-ups, ramming vehicles and persecuting the vulnerable.

Former border patrol agent turned immigrant rights advocate Jenn Budd joined Francesca for an in-depth look at all of this, who is also featured in the new documentary Critical Incident on HBO Max.

Governor Walz has issued a statement, but is it enough? Wajahat Ali joins to talk about the pathetic halfway measures Democrats are floating, and what’s needed to get out of this mess.

Featuring:  

Jenn Budd (03:07)

bordertalk.substack.com

Against The Wall (book)

Wajahat Ali (1:14:29)

thelefthook.substack.com

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