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NY Democrats Push to Count Immigrants in 2030 Census

6/21/2025

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New York City Democrats are pushing to count illegal immigrants in the 2030 Census, aiming to secure congressional seats and federal funding amidst a surge of over 4.5 million migrants. As Republicans seek to exclude noncitizens, critics warn this could skew representation, highlighting the tension between immigration policy and electoral fairness.

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New York City Democrats are pushing to count illegal immigrants in the 2030 Census, aiming to secure congressional seats and federal funding amidst a surge of over 4.5 million migrants. As Republicans seek to exclude noncitizens, critics warn this could skew representation, highlighting the tension between immigration policy and electoral fairness.