Discovery En Espanol Sets Immigration Special

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Discovery en Español will take a hard look at the process of political asylum in the U.S. as part of a Sept. 5 special, Buscando Asilo (Seeking Asylum).
Buscando Asilo showcases the poignant testimonials of people that are living through the fight for political asylum in America from Mexico, which has become the fourth nation with the greatest number of political asylum applicants, according to the network.
The one-hour special features the opinions of immigration attorneys, activists and experts, which shed light on the current process of political asylum and on the recent changes to the laws under President Obama's administration, said network officials.

R. Thomas Umstead
R. Thomas Umstead

R. Thomas Umstead serves as senior content producer, programming for Multichannel News, Broadcasting + Cable and Next TV. During his more than 30-year career as a print and online journalist, Umstead has written articles on a variety of subjects ranging from TV technology, marketing and sports production to content distribution and development. He has provided expert commentary on television issues and trends for such TV, print, radio and streaming outlets as Fox News, CNBC, the Today show, USA Today, The New York Times and National Public Radio. Umstead has also filmed, produced and edited more than 100 original video interviews, profiles and news reports featuring key cable television executives as well as entertainers and celebrity personalities.