Author and scholar Irene Vega discusses her book 'Bordering on Indifference'

By A Martínez

Published July 16, 2025 at 5:04 AM EDT

NPR speaks with scholar and author Irene Vega about her detailed analysis of the principles that shape how U.S. immigration agents understand and carry out their professional responsibilities.

A Martínez

A Martínez is one of the hosts of Morning Edition and Up First. He came to NPR in 2021 and is based out of NPR West.

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