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Trump's Immigration Policies Face Backlash Amid Declining Migration

2/3/2026

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Trump's Immigration Scrutiny

The U.S. President Donald Trump's administration faces intensified scrutiny over immigration policies as international migration declines, notably in Utah.
Data show migration fell from 30,456 immigrants in 2023 to 7,501 in 2025, tied to Trump's crackdown on illegal immigration.
A federal judge upheld the administration's enforcement surge in Minnesota, despite local officials' constitutional-violation claims.
At the Grammys, artists wore "ICE OUT" pins, signaling public backlash.

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Trump Insults Petro

U.S. President Donald Trump insulted Colombian President Gustavo Petro, accusing him of drug production without evidence.
Petro advocates a nuanced drug policy, including discussions of legalization.
Cocaine production in Colombia continues to rise, fueled by strong U.S. demand.
The United States decertified Colombia as a drug-fighting partner, straining relations.
Petro's presidency ends in August, leaving future drug policy uncertain.

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Trump's Immigration Scrutiny

The U.S. President Donald Trump's administration faces intensified scrutiny over immigration policies as international migration declines, notably in Utah.
Data show migration fell from 30,456 immigrants in 2023 to 7,501 in 2025, tied to Trump's crackdown on illegal immigration.
A federal judge upheld the administration's enforcement surge in Minnesota, despite local officials' constitutional-violation claims.
At the Grammys, artists wore "ICE OUT" pins, signaling public backlash.

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