More Americans say US is no longer welcoming to immigrants, according to new survey
Summary
A new poll shows that many Americans feel the United States is no longer a welcoming place for immigrants. The survey links this change to President Donald Trump’s strong immigration enforcement actions, which have caused concern and fear among many immigrants and their families.Key Facts
- About 60% of people surveyed said the US used to be great for immigrants but no longer is.
- One-third of respondents said they or someone they knew was affected by immigration crackdowns in the past year; this rises to 60% among Hispanic adults.
- Nearly half of Hispanic adults reported carrying proof of citizenship or legal residence out of fear of detention or deportation.
- President Trump increased immigration enforcement, leading to large-scale deportation actions with some violent incidents.
- Only 25% of adults still think the US is welcoming to immigrants; around 10% believe it never was.
- 65% support birthright citizenship for all children born in the US, regardless of their parents’ status.
- Support for birthright citizenship drops to 49% for children born to parents living in the US illegally.
- Democrats are more likely than Republicans or independents to know someone affected by immigration policies.
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