A recent Chicago Council poll reveals that 50% of Americans perceive large numbers of immigrants and refugees entering the U.S. as a 'critical threat', with 83% of Republicans sharing this concern, the highest level of anxiety among that party since 1998. The survey indicates a notable shift in immigration perceptions, showing 61% of Americans believe immigrants from different cultures have a positive impact on society, contrasting sharply with the Republican view, where 61% see it as negative. Support for a U.S.-Mexico border wall stands at 55%, and 53% favor deploying troops to manage illegal crossings. Although a majority (65%) oppose mass detention of undocumented immigrants, 44% of respondents support pathways to citizenship for those already working in the U.S. Immigration has become a significant electoral issue, especially for Republicans, with 69% indicating it will influence their voting decisions in 2024. The poll underscores a growing divide in immigration attitudes across party lines, with immigration ranked as a critical issue by 44% of Americans overall, but much higher among Republicans.