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Trump's Immigration Policies Backfire: Support for Immigrants Soars

2/13/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump pursues policies aimed at drastically reducing the foreign-born population.
Construction firms in Louisiana and hospitals in West Virginia struggle to hire workers as immigrant numbers dwindle.
A poll shows 61% believe ICE has overstepped, indicating declining support for the tactics.
The administration, influenced by Stephen Miller, seeks to revert immigration policies to 1920s quotas.
Record 79% now view immigration positively, with Republicans showing increased support.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump pursues policies aimed at drastically reducing the foreign-born population.
Construction firms in Louisiana and hospitals in West Virginia struggle to hire workers as immigrant numbers dwindle.
A poll shows 61% believe ICE has overstepped, indicating declining support for the tactics.
The administration, influenced by Stephen Miller, seeks to revert immigration policies to 1920s quotas.
Record 79% now view immigration positively, with Republicans showing increased support.