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Trump's Immigration Policies Cause Labor Shortages Nationwide

2/15/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump has pursued immigration policies aimed at a drastic reduction in immigration reminiscent of the 1920s.
The foreign-born population has declined significantly.
Construction firms in Louisiana and hospitals in West Virginia report difficulty finding workers.
Refugee admissions are nearly zero.
International student numbers have dropped.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump has pursued immigration policies aimed at a drastic reduction in immigration reminiscent of the 1920s.
The foreign-born population has declined significantly.
Construction firms in Louisiana and hospitals in West Virginia report difficulty finding workers.
Refugee admissions are nearly zero.
International student numbers have dropped.