Record job losses for native-born Americans are sparking outrage as they contrast sharply with a surge in employment for foreign-born workers.
In the last year, more than 1.3 million jobs have vanished for native-born individuals, while foreign-born workers have gained approximately 1.2 million jobs, according to the latest report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
This stark reality comes amid a backdrop of unprecedented border crossings under the Biden administration, with illegal entries reportedly surpassing 10 million.
A recent poll from the Center for American Political Studies at Harvard revealed that a significant majority of Americans are concerned about the implications of unchecked immigration.
Fifty-seven percent of respondents believe that illegal immigration is contributing to a rise in crime and straining resources.
Further, over half of those surveyed view the influx of illegal immigrants as a direct contributor to increased homelessness, overcrowding, and significant cultural challenges.
In September, as the administration faces growing criticism over its border security policies, the job market numbers present a troubling perspective on the impact of these policies.
While job growth has been reported in the country, it has not met economists' expectations, and the overall unemployment rate remains largely unchanged.
For many, the unanswered question looms: who benefits from a surge in immigration if opportunity is being siphoned away from those who are native to this land?
As the Public Policy Institute of California noted, an influx of immigrant labor should ideally benefit the economy; however, the rapidly declining job opportunities for American workers tell a different story.
The conversations surrounding economic prosperity are becoming increasingly complex as citizens voice their concerns regarding fairness in the labor market.
These statistics are not just numbers; they reflect the struggles faced by millions of hardworking Americans who feel overlooked and displaced in their own country.
With the upcoming elections on the horizon, it remains to be seen how these issues will shape the political landscape as candidates vie for support from an increasingly anxious electorate seeking accountability on immigration and job security.
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