David Leonhardt notes that the immigration surge during Biden's administration could exceed eight million, marking the largest net migration in U.S. history, highlighting the unprecedented pace since Ellis Island.
The share of U.S. population born in another country reached 15.2%, higher than the 1890 figure of 14.8%, showcasing how immigration patterns have significantly shifted.
Leonhardt acknowledges the downsides of the surge, including pressure on social services, increased competition for jobs, and potentially reduced wage growth for less-educated Americans.
Though the Times asserts that some Republicans spread falsehoods about immigrants and crime rates, it fails to address how the historical data lack relevance to current migrant trends.
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