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President Trump's stricter immigration policies are impacting the U.S. labor force. Over 1.2 million immigrants left the workforce since January, affecting various sectors like farming, construction, and healthcare. Immigrants comprise a significant portion of these industries, with 45% of agricultural workers being immigrants. This labor shortage is causing concerns about crop losses and staffing shortages in essential services. Experts express worry about the long-term economic consequences of this decline in immigrant workers, highlighting the potential for widespread disruptions across various sectors.

Prepared by Christopher Adams and reviewed by editorial team.