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EPISODE · Mar 30, 2026 · 9 MIN

States vs. Federal Power: Inside the Immigration and DHS Debate - Bill Jasper

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Bill Bernardoni is joined by Bill Jasper of the John Birch Society to break down the constitutional argument behind state sovereignty and federal authority. From the “Make America States Again” initiative to the role of ICE and DHS, the conversation explores where immigration enforcement fits within the Constitution—and whether today’s federal structure has drifted too far from the founders’ original intent. It’s a deep dive into states’ rights, national security, and the growing divide over immigration policy.Should immigration enforcement be primarily a federal responsibility, or should states have more control?

Bill Bernardoni is joined by Bill Jasper of the John Birch Society to break down the constitutional argument behind state sovereignty and federal authority. From the “Make America States Again” initiative to the role of ICE and DHS, the conversation explores where immigration enforcement fits within the Constitution—and whether today’s federal structure has drifted too far from the founders’ original intent. It’s a deep dive into states’ rights, national security, and the growing divide over immigration policy.Should immigration enforcement be primarily a federal responsibility, or should states have more control?

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