Again, if the only circumstance that are changing constantly is whether it is you or me, then the problem is hypocrisy. If not, then this is a different question.
True, it was simply stated the ICE would be going after criminals, with the unspoken "only" being strongly implied.
The only circumstance that has changed is that today one of the leading political parties and its supporters advocate for deporting millions of undocumented immigrants and further restricting legal immigration to the United States. However, all other factors suggest that America should consider increased legal immigration, which could contribute to economic stability.
Disclaimer: these stats are generated by AI, so take the fact with some grain of salt. But if you look up some reputable source like brooking insinuate or similar institute they all have similar numbers.
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AI generated Status
Labor Force Projections
Without new immigrants, the US labor force would shrink and age rapidly. Native-born population growth is below replacement level, leading to a declining workforce.
| Year | With Immigration | No Immigration | Difference |
| 2025 | 168 | 163 | -5 |
| 2040 | 175 | 157 | -18 |
| 2055 | 182 | 150 | -32 |
Chart 1: US Labor Force by Age Group (No Immigration Scenario)
- Under 25: Shrinks by 20% by 2055
- 25-54: Declines by 15%
- 55+: Increases by 30% (aging workforce)
Economic Growth Impact
Immigrants drive GDP growth by increasing the labor supply and contributing to productivity. The absence of immigrants would result in slower economic expansion.
| Period | With Immigration | No Immigration |
| 2025–2035 | 2.0 | 1.3 |
| 2036–2045 | 1.8 | 1.0 |
| 2046–2055 | 1.6 | 0.8 |
Key Facts:
- Immigrants accounted for nearly 50% of labor force growth from 2000–2020.
- Without immigrants, annual GDP growth could fall below 1% by 2055.
- Labor productivity may stagnate due to reduced entrepreneurship and innovation.
Demographic Shifts
Immigration helps counteract population aging and supports a balanced dependency ratio (the number of working-age people relative to dependents).
| Year | With Immigration | No Immigration |
| 2025 | 17 | 18 |
| 2040 | 21 | 25 |
| 2055 | 23 | 29 |
Chart 2: Dependency Ratio (Dependents per 100 Working-Age Adults)
- With immigration: 65 by 2055
- No immigration: 80 by 2055 (higher burden on working population)
Sectoral Impacts
Some industries rely heavily on immigrant labor. The absence of new immigrants would intensify labor shortages, particularly in:
- Agriculture: Up to 50% of farmworkers are immigrants.
- Healthcare: 1 in 4 direct care workers is foreign-born.
- Technology: Immigrants make up 24% of STEM workers and co-found over 40% of Fortune 500 firms.
- Construction, Hospitality, Food Services: High reliance on immigrant labor for growth and operations.
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However, it's impossible to persuade MAGA supporters of any of these facts. They show absolutely no interest in them. After ten rounds of messages, I couldn't convince even one person that, on the US immigration forum, applicants must disclose whether they were previously in the USA. If we can't convince someone about official US government requirements, I seriously doubt they would understand or accept complicated US economic projections for the next thirty years.
Fortunately, most of us only need to put up with this situation for another 14 months. Hispanic voters, young voters, and some Black voters who supported the GOP in 2024 have come to realize that the current administration's policies are detrimental both to their communities and to the country as a whole. By 2027, Congress will shift its balance of power, and the GOP is unlikely to win another presidential election unless they completely overhaul themselves and join the rest of us in embracing the 21st century.
