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How has Trump administration affected immigration policies and international migration patterns?

Fremont Rosencwaig

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The Trump administration has been one of the most controversial in U.S. history, and its impact on immigration policies and international migration patterns has been significant.

From the beginning of his presidency, Trump's views on immigration were clear: he believed that the U.S. was being overrun by illegal immigrants, and that the only way to stop this was to build a wall on the southern border with Mexico. He also sought to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, which protects young undocumented immigrants from deportation. These policies were met with criticism and protests from many across the country, both from citizens and immigrants.

One of the biggest changes brought on by Trump's administration has been the decrease in legal migration. The number of visas issued to people wishing to enter the U.S. has decreased by 7% since Trump took office. In 2020, over 400,000 fewer people received visas to enter the U.S. compared to 2016. This has had a significant impact on those who may have been planning to come to the U.S. for work or study purposes.

Moreover, the Trump administration's policy of family separation also had a profound impact on immigration. This policy involved separating parents from children at the border. Such a policy was criticized from all corners of the globe. Parents who were sent back to their respective countries were unable to find their children in the U.S. and were unaware of their whereabouts. This caused immense trauma and had lasting effects on the mental health of these families.

Another significant change under Trump's administration was the move to limit access to public benefits by immigrants. His administration introduced a new rule that would deny green cards to those who received public benefits such as food stamps and Medicaid. This rule sparked significant controversy, with critics saying that it will only increase poverty and suffering for those who are already struggling to make ends meet.

In conclusion, the Trump administration has had a significant impact on immigration policies and international migration patterns. While many of his policies were controversial and made headlines across the world, there were also those who supported his views on immigration. Regardless of one's views, it is clear that the Trump administration left a profound and lasting impact on this issue. The question now is what changes the new administration, under President Biden, will make. Only time will tell.