In this conversation, immigration attorney Mo Goldman discusses the complexities and challenges of immigration law, including the difficulties faced by individuals trying to navigate the legal system, the impact of recent policies on civil rights, and the blurring lines between criminality and immigration violations. He emphasizes the need for reform and accountability within the immigration system, as well as the role of Congress in addressing these issues. The conversation also touches on the implications of current enforcement practices on businesses and the broader community.

• There's a lot of push back from the immigration service.
• Delays in processing can be completely outrageous.
• Legal remedies exist for unreasonable government delays.
• Documentation is crucial for civil rights actions against law enforcement.
• The Supreme Court's decisions have enabled abuses in immigration enforcement.
• There's confusion between criminal and non-criminal violations in immigration.
• Immigration violations are primarily civil misdemeanors.
• Congress has failed to enact meaningful immigration reform.
• Businesses face penalties for hiring undocumented workers.
• Current immigration policies disproportionately affect vulnerable communities.