Ep 11. December 19, 2018 (Christmas on I.C.E.)

In the season 8 episode 11 of Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, titled "December 19, 2018 (Christmas on I.C.E.)", the show dives into the controversial issue of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (I.C.E.) detention centers and their treatment of immigrants. Samantha Bee humorously presents a segment explaining the Trump administration's use of the narrative of "law and order" to justify its harsh immigration policies. She then visits a detention center in Georgia with an evangelical pastor, Michael Coren to investigate the conditions and the experience of the detainees.

The episode also features a skit where Bee attempts to create a holiday special that represents the cultural diversity in America. However, the writers realize that I.C.E is detaining most of the diverse characters, leaving a white family as the only cast members for the special.

Samantha Bee also presents an interview with Ryan Nobles, a CNN reporter, who has been covering the Trump administration and its impact on the United States. Nobles discusses the current political climate, the challenges journalists face, and the future of political journalism in America.

In light of the upcoming holidays, the show concludes with a performance by the choir of Freedom University, a college for undocumented students banned from attending Georgia universities. The choir sings a holiday-themed song, sending a message of hope and solidarity to those affected by the U.S. immigration policies.

"December 19, 2018 (Christmas on I.C.E.)" tackles the issue of immigration and presents it with the show's signature satirical humor. It sheds light on the mistreatment of immigrants and highlights the voices and experiences of those affected. The episode also highlights the challenges faced by journalists covering this topic and the importance of a free press in American society. Lastly, it delivers a message of hope to those affected by the U.S. immigration policies, reaffirming that they are not forgotten and that there are people fighting for them.