Immigrant population in the U.S. has declined for first time in years

Breakdown

• Pew Research Center analysis shows US immigrant population declining for the first time in decades.
• About 1.5 million immigrants have left the US, likely due to stricter immigration enforcement. 9s
• White House says the data reflects fulfillment of mass deportation promises. 21s
• Economists warn that fewer immigrants could harm the economy, as immigrants contributed $1.7 trillion in spending and nearly one-fifth of the workforce. 45s
• Experts caution that limiting foreign-born students may reduce future economic growth and innovation. 1m 15s