Trump's Immigration Policies and Their Impact

During his first term, Donald Trump's immigration policies were among the most restrictive in U.S. history, resulting in significant reductions in legal migration, particularly high-skill visas and family sponsorships. His advocacy for eliminating entire categories of family sponsorship, including spouses and parents of U.S. citizens, signals a drastic shift in immigration policy. In a potential second term, he is expected to adopt even more restrictive measures, with experts estimating a further increase in the severity of immigration laws. This marks a stark departure from longstanding traditions, such as birthright citizenship, which could be challenged as part of his administration's overarching immigration strategy.