Immigration Policy
Sen. Ruben Gallego proposes amnesty for illegal aliens in response to Trump's self-deportation program. Gallego suggests work visas for eligible illegal aliens instead of self-deportation. Democrats oppose deportations even for violent criminal illegal aliens. Majority of American adults support Trump's goal of deporting illegal aliens. Moderate swing voters also support Trump's mass deportation agenda.
Key Points
- Sen. Ruben Gallego opposes self-deportation and offers amnesty plan
- Democrats continue to oppose deportations even for violent criminal illegal aliens
- Majority of American adults and moderate swing voters support Trump's deportation agenda
Pros
- Proposed amnesty could provide a pathway to legal status for millions of illegal aliens
- Work visa program could help integrate illegal aliens into the labor market
Cons
- Opposition to self-deportation may lead to increased illegal immigration
- Concerns about flooding American labor market with newly legalized foreign workers