Immigration Ain't Easy
Immigration Ain't Easy provides a variety of perspectives and stories on modern-day U.S. immigration. The show will bring some levity to an often somber subject. Shows include:
- Interviews with people who have attempted, both successfully and unsuccessfully, to navigate a draconian and antiquated system.
- Interviews with immigration lawyers and other experts.
- A weekly review of the wild and ridiculous actions taken by the U.S. government.
Immigration Ain't Easy
Immigration Ain't East Ep. 6: Ahmad Wakili, Afghan Judge gets Asylum!
September 15, 2024
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Mo Goldman
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Season 1
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Episode 6
Ahmad Wakili was a judge in Afghanistan who sentenced Taliban members at Bagram Air Base. He fled for his life after the withdrawal of the United States military in August 2021. Fortunate enough to get on a plane, he sought refuge in the United States but faced a lengthy separation from his wife and newborn daughter. Did they finally reunite? Did Ahmad get asylum?
What about the rest of his family that he had to leave back in Afghanistan?
Please check out this episode and get inspired by Ahmad's story!