California State Senate leader on Trump's border wall

Jan. 25, 2017

President Donald Trump signed executive orders on building a wall along the US- Mexico border and on punishing sanctuary cities. What does this mean for Los Angeles?

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Guest:

Kevin de León - member of LA City Council and mayoral candidate - @kdeleon

Host:

Madeleine Brand

Producers:

Sarah Sweeney, Anna Scott, Jolie Myers, Christian Bordal, Amy Ta, Michell Eloy

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