The Immigration Debate and Economic Implications

This chapter explores the contentious issue of immigration policies under the Trump administration, highlighting actions such as renditions to Eswatini and South Sudan, and the resulting human rights concerns. It also examines the challenges of new bipartisan legislation aimed at providing dignity status to undocumented individuals amidst distrust and fears of deportation. Furthermore, the discussion shifts to recent trade policy decisions, particularly tariffs, and their unforeseen impacts on inflation and political landscapes in countries like Brazil.