Over 1 million immigrants leave US labor force during Trump's second term

Based on a preliminary analysis of Census Bureau data by the Pew Research Center, more than 1.2 million immigrants have left the U.S. labor force between January and July 2025. This decline includes both legal residents and undocumented workers. 

Key points from the data include: 

As of June 2025, immigrants accounted for 19% of the U.S. labor force, a decrease from 20% in January. 

The total U.S. immigrant population has also seen a decline for the first time in over 50 years, falling from a record high of 53.3 million in January to 51.9 million by June. 

The decline is attributed to a combination of factors, including deportations and voluntary departures, as a result of recent immigration policy changes and increased enforcement. 

Industries with a high concentration of immigrant workers, such as farming, construction, and hospitality, have been particularly impacted. Immigrants make up a significant portion of the workforce in these sectors. 

Economists suggest that this reduction in the labor force could impact job creation and economic growth, as immigrants have historically been a key source of labor, particularly for prime-working-age individuals.

Trump May Declare National Housing Emergency This Fall

Recent reports indicate that the administration is considering declaring a national housing emergency this fall. This would be the first such declaration since the financial crisis of 2008. 

According to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, the move would be a response to the ongoing housing affordability crisis in the United States, which is characterized by high home prices, elevated mortgage rates, and a severe shortage of housing supply. 

A national emergency declaration would grant the President certain powers to act on the issue without the need for immediate congressional approval. While specific details on the measures being considered have not been released, officials have suggested several potential actions, including: 

Standardizing building and zoning codes: The goal is to make it easier and faster to build new homes by creating more uniform regulations across states and municipalities. 

Lowering closing costs: The administration is looking at ways to reduce the expenses associated with purchasing a home. 

Tariff exemptions: There is consideration of temporarily lifting tariffs on certain construction materials to lower building costs. 

Using federal land: The use of federal government-owned land for housing development is also being explored. 

The housing market has been impacted by a variety of factors, including the "lock-in effect" where homeowners with low mortgage rates are reluctant to sell, and a persistent shortage of new construction. The administration's focus on this issue is also seen as part of a broader political strategy ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

MAKING AMERICA SAFE AGAIN🇺🇸🇺🇸

The numbers for Trump's DC crackdown on crime are in:

-1283 arrests

-Total crime down 19%

-Violent crime down 30%

-Carjackings down 67%

-Homicide down 57%

-Robberies down 40%

-Motor Vehicle Thefts down 32%

-Assaults with dangerous weapons down 23%

-Property Crime down 18%