Study finds Trump administration cut legal immigration far more than illegal crossings
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A study found the Trump administration cut legal immigration more than illegal border crossings.
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This policy shift means 132,000 fewer people are admitted monthly through legal immigration pathways, potentially impacting family reunification or workforce availability.
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A Cato Institute analysis indicates that the Trump administration has reduced legal immigration more significantly than illegal border crossings. While President Trump emphasizes a decline in illegal entries, the study found 132,000 fewer people are admitted monthly through legal pathways. This analysis, discussed by Liz Landers with Cato Institute's director of immigration studies David Bier, suggests a substantial shift in overall immigration patterns under the current administration. The findings offer a different perspective on the administration's immigration policies beyond just border enforcement.
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