Economy & Jobs

Trump’s Immigration Enforcement Hits Mexican Workers — But Who Really Pays the Price?

By Economics Desk | July 11, 2025

Since President Trump took office, over 355 Mexican nationals have been detained in raids across the U.S., with more than 67,000 repatriated — raising urgent questions about the balance between border security and economic stability.

Since January 20, under the Trump administration, more than 355 Mexican migrants have been detained in targeted immigration raids across the United States, according to Mexico City authorities. Additionally, over 67,000 have been repatriated during this period—a number that reflects Washington’s intensified focus on enforcing immigration laws.These figures come amid recent high-profile operations in California’s agricultural zones, notably Santa Barbara County's Carpinteria region. Last Thursday’s raid prompted protests from local communities supporting migrant workers; however, officials resorted to tear gas to disperse demonstrators—highlighting the escalating tensions surrounding immigration enforcement.Is America Sacrificing Economic Vitality for Border Control?The rhetoric from Mexican officials...

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