Illegal Immigrant Population Declines by 1.6 Million During Trump Era

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Source: Center for Immigration Studies
Illegal Immigrant Population Declines by 1.6 Million During Trump Era
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Analysis of recent data shows a historic 2.2 million drop in the US foreign-born population from January to July 2025, primarily due to a 1.6 million decrease in illegal immigrants, likely driven by increased enforcement and border policies, which may positively impact US labor markets and wages.

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