Film Lens
The documentary focuses on the political dynamics surrounding immigration reform in the United States, particularly through the lens of key figures like Steve Bannon, Stephen Miller, and Jeff Sessions. It discusses their alliance and influence on immigration policy, highlighting how their partnership played a significant role in the failure of a proposed immigration bill in 2013. The film connects this failure to the rise of the Tea Party and the shifting landscape of conservative media, illustrating how Breitbart became a major player in shaping public discourse on immigration issues.
The narrative also touches on the implications of political strategies employed by Donald Trump, particularly in relation to securing his base and addressing immigration enforcement. The documentary examines the impact of Trump's policies, including mass deportations and the actions taken by the Department of Homeland Security, framing these decisions within the broader context of electoral strategy and the Republican Party's internal divisions.
Why Watch
- •Find out how Bannon, Miller, and Sessions shaped immigration policy.
- •See why the 2007 immigration bill failure fueled the Tea Party.
- •Meet the figures behind the rise of Breitbart's influence.
Did You Know
•The immigration bill that failed in 2007 contributed to the rise of the Tea Party.
•Stephen Miller was considered an outcast in 2015 and came from Michele Bachmann's office.
•Breitbart became more influential than Drudge Report around 2013.
•Jeff Sessions was described as a perennial backbencher with limited influence.
Perfect For
Political strategy enthusiastsImmigration policy advocatesConservative media followers