What pushed 5 American families into homelessness

Press Play with Madeleine Brand

What pushed 5 American families into homelessness

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Published on Jul 9, 2025, 5:08:12 PM
Total time: 00:49:15

Episode Description

President Trump’s Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller has pushed for hardline immigration policies. Some people, including Mayor Karen Bass, wonder if Miller wants revenge on his hometown.

A number of Republicans opposed Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill,” then voted for it anyway. Is Trump more powerful than ever? 

Journalist Brian Goldstone set out to uncover the true scope of homelessness, and followed five families for more than five years. His new book is “There Is No Place for Us.”

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Host Madeleine Brand looks at news, culture and emerging trends through the lens of Los Angeles.