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Understanding migration means seeing the people behind the policies and the stories beyond the headlines.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Latest update: November 2026
How do immigrants contribute to the U.S. economy?
Undocumented immigrants contribute around $11.74 billion annually in state and local taxes. The loss of undocumented labor would cost the U.S. economy an estimated $5 trillion over a decade. Did...
What are American views on immigrant labor?
65% of US adults believe that “violence in home country” is a major reason for why large numbers of migrants are seeking to enter at the border with Mexico. -...
Which countries send the most immigrants to the U.S.?
Top countries of origin for new U.S. immigrants as of 2025: Mexico: 22% India: 6% China: 6% Philippines: 4% Cuba: 3% Source: Pew Research Center (2025)
What is DACA and what can I do to help DACA Recipients and their families?
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) is a U.S. immigration policy that offers eligible young people who arrived in the country as children temporary protection from deportation and permission to...
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