14 Million Illegals! Is Your Town Next? | JQJO

A research group reported a record 14 million undocumented immigrants in the US in 2023, a significant rise from 11.8 million in 2022. This increase, driven by those with prior legal protections later revoked, surpasses the previous high of 12.2 million in 2007. While the number grew in 2024, it slowed after stricter asylum policies were implemented. Different organizations offer varying estimates, ranging from 11 million to 21 million. The overall immigrant population also reached a record high before declining. The increase primarily stems from countries outside Mexico, with a considerable portion working in the US labor force.