New report estimates illegal immigrant population has hit 18.6 million, sparking fierce policy debate
A new analysis estimates the U.S. illegal immigrant population has grown to approximately 18.6 million, a 28% increase since 2020.
The Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) attributes the surge to policy shifts under the Biden administration.
The estimate is higher than some others due to methodology changes by the U.S. Census Bureau to account for previously undercounted migration.
The report fuels intense political debate over enforcement and deportation strategies ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
The immigration debate intersects with economic concerns, including impacts on labor markets, wages and housing.
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