U.S. Immigration Policies Under Scrutiny Amid Reforms

In the U.S., there is significant political focus on immigration as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to address illegal immigration with citizens-first reforms. South Dakota lawmakers are proposing measures to support deportation and stricter immigration laws, in line with Trump's campaign promises, including penalties for non-citizens voting. The Center for Immigration Studies claims high immigration levels have displaced U.S.-born men from the workforce, particularly those without a college degree. Despite the debate, data indicates that immigrants, especially Latinos, significantly contribute to the U.S. economy, with Latino GDP and consumption growing faster than non-Latino counterparts. These developments highlight the complex socio-economic and legal challenges within the U.S. immigration system.