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- In 2025, the United States recorded negative net migration for the first time since 1935, with more citizens leaving than arriving.
- About 180,000 Americans moved abroad in 2025, driven by factors including the U.S. President Donald Trump’s immigration policies, high living costs, safety concerns, and political climate.
- Ireland and Germany are popular destinations with growing American expat communities, reflecting a shift toward better quality of life and affordable living abroad.
