Linea Abierta Programming: February 9, 2026

Celebrating 45 Years of Radio Bilingüe and 30 Years of Línea Abierta

 

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9

PROGRAM #11044 12:00 PM PT 

 

Petro and Trump: The Olive Branch. After Trump warned that Colombia could face military action, and following nearly a year of rhetorical clashes, he welcomed Gustavo Petro to the White House. Although no concrete agreements were reported, both Trump and Colombian diplomats described the meeting as “great.” How does the relationship between Washington and Bogotá stand now, and what impact will this have on Latin America?

Bad Bunny and Latinidad at the Super Bowl. Benito Martínez Ocasio, Bad Bunny, arrives at the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show as the first Latino to win the Grammy for Album of the Year, delivering a political message aimed directly at the Trump era: “We’re not savages. We’re not animals. We are human beings, and we are Americans.” His performance sparked a national debate on identity, racism, and belonging. Who is Bad Bunny? What happened during those pivotal minutes? How did the NFL respond? How does this debate shape the broader controversy over immigration and militarization?

The New Epstein Files. Millions of newly released documents from the Epstein case shed further light on the global network of wealthy businessmen and influential figures linked to the financier and convicted sex offender. The revelations have shaken elites in other countries, yet few prominent figures in the United States have been called to testify. What are the biggest disclosures? Who appears in the new records? The Clintons have agreed to testify—who else could be summoned?

 

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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10

PROGRAM #11046 11:00 AM PT 

 

Folic Acid on the Table. California has become the first state to require tortillas and corn masa products to include folic acid, a key measure to prevent congenital disabilities and reduce health disparities that disproportionately affect Latina mothers. The law aims to intervene early in pregnancy, when many women lack access to supplements. What evidence drove this decision? Why is folic acid crucial in the earliest weeks of pregnancy? How does this policy affect families in the Central Valley and other agricultural regions of the state?

PROGRAM #11039 12:00 PM PT 

Detained Children: Know Your Rights. During the second term of the Trump administration, the daily number of children held in ICE detention centers has multiplied sixfold. Those who have visited these facilities describe treatment akin to that of prisoners and warn that prolonged confinement leaves irreversible scars. Amid growing fear, questions are mounting: What rights do migrant children have in the United States? What can families and caregivers do when immigration status is irregular? What legal and community pathways exist to protect the youngest? What guarantees were secured under the Flores settlement, and how are they being enforced?

 

The Crisis in Minneapolis. Although a federal judge ordered a halt to the arrests of refugees in Minnesota, immigration detentions continue unabated, causing multimillion-dollar losses for businesses and families, prolonged confinement of thousands of residents, food insecurity, and school closures. Neighbors and solidarity groups are organizing emergency relief funds. This is a report from ground zero of the humanitarian crisis.

 

Warlike Language Against Migration. During the first year of his second administration, Donald Trump posted more than 4,000 messages on Truth Social. An analysis by Factchequeado shows that his rhetoric hardens with militarized language and narratives of invasion during moments of political tension, such as elections or clashes with judges blocking anti-immigrant measures. Immigrants are portrayed as threatening numbers rather than as people. What are the main findings? What impact do these messages have? What risks does this narrative pose for public debate?

 

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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11

PROGRAM #11047 12:00 PM PT 

 

Nationalized Elections? President Trump has called on the Republican Party to “take over” and “nationalize” elections in the United States, rhetoric widely seen as an attempt to interfere in voting matters. In recent days, FBI agents raided election offices in Georgia, and for months, the federal government has pressured states to hand over their voter rolls. Meanwhile, restrictive bills advancing in both chambers would require proof of citizenship to register to vote. What does this mean heading into November? How are congressional leaders and legal scholars reacting?

 

Health Insurance Subsidies Stalled. After the House approved a three-year extension of enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies, negotiations in the Senate to resolve changes that left many facing steep premium hikes have stalled. The Congressional Budget Office estimates that 4 million people could lose health coverage as the subsidies expire, making affordability the public’s top concern in health care.

 

Venezuela: The New Order. One month after the overthrow and imprisonment of President Maduro, Venezuelans are living through a fragile transition marked by uncertainty. The new government seeks to stabilize the economy by attracting investment to its oil industry, while Trump claims to have the country under control. What is the emerging political order? Where is Venezuela headed? What is the economic reality for ordinary people? How are emigres navigating their legal limbo?

 

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12

PROGRAM #11048 11:00 AM PT 

 

Art and the Culture of Tolerance. In a climate of political polarization and rising hate incidents and crimes in the United States, the Mobile Museum of Tolerance is visiting Roosevelt High School in Fresno, California, as part of its traveling classroom initiative, using the lessons of history to inspire students and promote a culture of tolerance. The program organizer speaks about this educational effort. Local artists also discuss: how can education and the arts world help challenge racial prejudice and confront a culture of hate and violence? This is a special program in our arts series in Fresno.

 

PROGRAM #11049  12:00 PM PT 

Sin Fronteras. This is a program of “Sin Fronteras,” a special series that serves audiences in the US and Mexico with breaking news and analysis on major developments affecting Latinos in the US.

 

Cuba: A Humanitarian Crisis? As Trump maintains a naval presence in the Caribbean and threatens trade penalties against countries that supply fuel to Cuba, the United Nations warns that the island is on the brink of a humanitarian collapse due to shortages of food, medicine, and electricity caused by the oil embargo. Mexico says it will continue sending food and material aid to Cuba on humanitarian grounds. How are Cubans experiencing this new blockade? What are Washington’s plans for the island? How is the international community responding? First program in a series.

 

DHS on the Brink. A last-minute budget deal between Democrats and Republicans includes a temporary measure to fund the Department of Homeland Security, but only through the end of this week. Meanwhile, negotiations are moving against the clock to change the enforcement of federal immigration laws following the deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. Facing Republican resistance, Democrats are demanding reforms, including a ban on agents wearing masks and other restrictions on their operations.

 

New Mexico: Universal Child Care. New Mexico is becoming the first state in the nation to offer universal child care. The free-of-charge service will be available to every family in the state regardless of income. Governor Michelle Luján Grisham announced that more than 10,000 children are already enrolled in state-funded programs and called for a permanent increase in the budget. What are the costs of this initiative? How will this major investment be funded? What does it mean for access to child care? What obstacles stand in the way?

 

A History Some Want to Hide. For academics, historians, and activists, the past year has been turbulent in the fight to protect the teaching of African American history in the United States. During his second term, Donald Trump has claimed that some lessons seek to “indoctrinate” people against the country, and his administration has dismantled Black history programs in national parks. On the centennial of Black History Month, advocates warn of an unprecedented chilling effect. What is at stake for historical memory? How are communities responding? What future awaits this education?

 

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13 

PROGRAM #11050 12:00 PM PT 

Mexico Edition. More than a decade after massive strikes erupted in the fields of San Quintín, Baja California, local leaders report that farmworkers continue to live under exploitative conditions, without health and social benefits. This week, President Sheinbaum announced the Justice Plan for Agricultural Workers of San Quintín, which includes the creation of a Labor Justice Center, access to social security for farmworkers, the conversion of the rural hospital into a general hospital, and increased resources for schools and housing. This and other stories are examined in this program.