Join us for an afternoon of timely conversations on immigration, public policy, and the future of American society. Bringing together leading scholars, policymakers, journalists, and public intellectuals, Jason Riley’s annual policy conference will examine the economic, cultural, and civic implications of immigration in the United States.

The program will feature a special fireside chat between former NYPD Commissioner William J. Bratton and Manhattan Institute scholar Rafael (“Ralf”) Mangual on public safety, urban policy, and the challenges facing America’s cities.

Attendees will also hear from leading voices on the economic, demographic, cultural, and political dimensions of immigration. Panel discussions will explore topics including labor markets, housing, social services, assimilation, American identity, and the future of immigration policy.

We hope you will join us for this timely and thought-provoking discussion on one of the defining issues facing the nation today.

Schedule

12:00–1:00 PM – Registration and Lunch Reception

1:00–2:00 PM – Toward a Middle Ground on State and Federal Cooperation
Fireside Chat with William J. Bratton and Rafael (“Ralf”) Mangual

2:00–3:00 PM – Immigration and Race
Panel featuring Delano Squires and Mene Ukueberuwa

3:00–4:00 PM – Immigration and Economics
Panel featuring Dan McLaughlin, David Bier, and Charles Lane

Program Update: The program has been updated since our initial invitation due to speaker availability

Wednesday, June 17, 2026
The Yale Club
50 Vanderbilt Ave, New York, NY 10017