Pew Research Centre’s latest estimates reveal a significant surge in the number of unauthorized immigrants in the US from 2007 to 2021. The report highlights a notable increase in illegal immigrant populations from various global regions, with Central… witnessing the largest rise.
The study indicates approximately 725,000 Indian nationals living as unauthorized immigrants in the US, positioning them as the third-largest group, following Mexico and El Salvador. As of 2021, the nation’s 10.5 million unauthorized immigrants comprised around three percent of the total US population and 22 percent of the foreign-born population, as reported by the Washington-based think tank.
These findings shed light on the complex dynamics of immigration, emphasizing the diverse global origins of unauthorized residents within the US, prompting a deeper examination of immigration policies and their impact on various communities.
