Russian Elections, View From Haiti, Chicago Migrant Evictions

This podcast episode delves into the upcoming Russian presidential election, shedding light on concerns regarding its fairness, the crisis in Haiti, Chicago's reversal of its asylum seeker policy, and the challenges faced by migrants seeking asylum in the US. While Vladimir Putin's popularity among older Russians remains strong, questions are raised about the accuracy of polls and the Kremlin's push to secure a "historic result" amid reports of potential vote rigging and instructions from Putin's administration. The episode also highlights the plight of Haiti, where violence and instability have escalated following the assassination of President Jovenel Moise. Chicago's decision to implement a 60-day eviction policy for asylum seekers has drawn criticism, and the legal complexities and financial burdens associated with asylum-seeking in the US are discussed.