All right. A few days ago, the White House Deputy Chief of Staff, Steven Miller, asked a big question on Fox News. What would Los Angeles look like without illegal aliens. Here's what it would look like.You would be able to see a doctor in the emergency room right away. No wait time, no problem. Your kids would go to a public school that had more money than they knew what to do with.Classrooms would be half the size. Students who had special needs would get all the attention that they needed. There would be ...

Immigration Reform Bill: The Dignity Act - A bipartisan bill, the Dignity Act, proposes legal status for undocumented immigrants in the US since before 2021, offering up to 7 years of legal status with work authorization, contingent on restitution and regular DHS check-ins [1] - The bill emphasizes border security enhancements and protections for Dreamers [1] - The bill does not include a pathway to citizenship or amnesty [2][4] Economic Impact - Undocumented immigrants are needed in the economy and should be allowed to work, pay taxes, and contribute [4][5][15] - The bill proposes a $7,000 payment over seven years plus 1% of income over seven years from immigrants, generating funds for the Treasury and retraining American workers [5][6] - Allowing undocumented immigrants to stay, pay taxes, buy homes, open bank accounts, and consume is essential for maintaining the US as the number one economy [15] Political Landscape - The bill's success depends on timing and potential support from the Trump administration, given Trump's business background and understanding of labor needs in construction, hospitality, and agriculture [3][6][7] - Key figures like Steven Miller may pose challenges due to their stance on mass deportations [8][11][17] - The bill has bipartisan support, with 11 Republicans and 11 Democrats initially backing it [13] - 78% of Americans, including nearly 60% of Republicans, favor a pathway to citizenship for immigrants living in the US illegally, though the bill does not currently offer this [22][23] Addressing Concerns - The bill aims to address the issue of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) expirations, integrating TPS holders into the Dignity Act's framework [19] - The bill seeks to identify and integrate undocumented immigrants into society, ensuring they contribute to social security and are not subject to mass deportation [17] - The bill targets undocumented immigrants without criminal records who contribute to the economy, particularly in construction, hospitality, and agriculture [4][15][26]