Trump Says Census Will No Longer Count Undocumented Immigrants https://t.co/x4wytP2sMF ...

President Trump asked the Commerce Department to start working on a census that will exclude immigrants who entered the U.S. illegally https://t.co/F7ZKUDfs30 ...

President Trump asked the Commerce Department to start working on a census that will exclude immigrants who entered the U.S. illegally https://t.co/QbLLNR5ecQ ...

Three of the 10 richest people in America (and the world) are immigrants. https://t.co/5ppaLINlGZ https://t.co/5ppaLINlGZ ...

Economic Uncertainty & Recession Risks - Uncertainty, stemming from policy, geopolitical factors, and President Trump's attacks on the Federal Reserve, poses a significant threat to US economic growth [1][2] - Recession risks are higher than average, though not overwhelming, as the US consumer remains resilient [7][9] - Corporate investment is hindered by uncertainty, impacting medium to longer-term plans [5] Monetary Policy & Inflation - It's difficult to argue for lower interest rates currently due to uncertainty about future inflation [11] - There are no overwhelming signs of weakening economic activity that would call for monetary policy stimulus [12] - The pass-through of tariffs into higher prices has been modest so far, but it's still early stages [11] Immigration & Demographics - Slower population growth due to immigration shocks negatively impacts medium-term potential output [8][9] - Aging populations and declining birth rates in the US and other advanced economies impact potential growth [14] - Immigration has historically contributed to trend growth in the US economy [8][14] Debt & Fiscal Policy - The US budget bill is estimated to add at least $3 trillion to the deficit over the next 9 to 10 years [15] - High debt levels and debt servicing costs are a concern, potentially hindering more productive investments [17][18] Globalization & Trade - Globalization has been off its peak since the global financial crisis [20] - While globalization has benefited consumers through cheaper products, it has also led to a hollowing out of various sectors in the US [20][22] - Increased global cooperation is preferred over a fragmented system [22] Global Debt Crisis - The unfolding debt crisis in low-income countries is something to watch, as it could amplify to emerging markets with bigger footprints [24][25]

Political Landscape & Public Opinion - The Republican party is facing discontent in traditionally Republican areas, with voters expressing concerns over policies and practices [1][1][1] - Public opinion polls indicate unpopularity for Donald Trump and the Republican party, compounded by unpopular bills [2] - Town hall meetings are reflecting public anger and a potential shift in enthusiasm towards the Democratic party [2] - Voters are ahead of politicians in their discontent with issues like ICE, government cuts, and the Epstein scandal, creating a division between voters and some Democratic politicians [2] Epstein Case & Justice Department - The Justice Department is considering releasing the audio and/or transcript of Deputy Attorney General's interview with Ghislaine Maxwell, potentially with redactions [2] - The House Oversight Committee is subpoenaing information from the Justice Department and former officials across multiple administrations regarding the Epstein case [3] - Victims of Epstein have criticized the Justice Department's handling of the case, alleging a focus on protecting wealthy individuals rather than seeking justice [3][4] - Jeffrey Epstein displayed photos of himself with powerful figures, potentially as a deterrent to those who might report his misdeeds [13] Redistricting & Gerrymandering in Texas - Donald Trump has urged Texas Republicans to redraw congressional maps to create five more Republican seats [15] - Texas Democrats fled to Illinois in an attempt to delay the redistricting scheme, which redraws 37 of 38 congressional districts [17][16] - The proposed plan focuses on creating five new trending Republican districts for partisan purposes [16] - Texas Governor Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton have threatened to arrest and vacate the seats of Democrats who are protesting the redistricting [37] - There are concerns that partisan gerrymandering could impact the balance of power in Congress [25] Economic Data & Political Manipulation - There are concerns about potential political manipulation of economic data, specifically regarding the Bureau of Labor Statistics [54][55] - President Trump's claims that job numbers are subject to political manipulation send a signal that credible data may be suppressed [59] - There are concerns that the administration is trying to enforce its version of the facts on government agencies that traditionally provide independent data [68] Tariffs & Trade - The EU may not be able to fulfill its promise of $600 billion in exchange for lower tariffs [69] - The floor for tariffs seems to be about 15%, which is a major change in the world economy [70] - President Trump is leveraging tariffs to push forward his geopolitical agenda, including towards allies like India and Canada [72]

It is not a case of last in, first out. The majority of those leaving were locals, rather than immigrants returning home https://t.co/ZDRctkG72G ...

International students are struggling to secure visas as the Trump administration aggressively moves to curtail immigration https://t.co/tq3Ka377SK ...

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Deportation Concerns - The Trump administration aims to increase deportations nationwide, potentially affecting millions of migrants [1] - A flight attendant objects to commercial airlines facilitating deportations due to potential risks to migrants in their home countries and the discomfort it causes other passengers [1] - The author argues that commercial airlines should not be a tool for ICE, as commercial flights are for consumers and cargo, not for immigration enforcement [3][4] - The union representing nearly 30,000 flight attendants believes its members should not be forced to facilitate deportations [4] Airline Industry Stance - The airline mentioned is perceived to be aligned with the administration regarding deportation processes [6] - There is precedent for airlines to oppose administration policies, as seen in 2018 when an airline stopped participating in flights separating families after internal and public pressure [6] - The author suggests that specialized government planes or contracts with specific carriers should be used for deportations instead of commercial airlines [7]