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Immigration Crackdown Slows U.S. Population Growth

Updated 2026-05-29 16:20 UTC 1 source Negative

President Trump's immigration crackdown is causing a significant slowdown in U.S. population growth, with economists warning of lasting economic impacts. The policy-driven reversal has sparked concerns about demographic trends and future labor markets.

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Rock-bottom immigration rates leave mark on U.S. economy

President Trump's immigration crackdown is causing one of the sharpest slowdowns in U.S. population growth in decades. Economists are beginning to tally the effects, with some warning that the damage will stick around.Why it matters: The policy-driven immigration reversal

2026-05-29 15:55 UTC