Migrant Influx Contributes to Stronger US Economy and Jobs, While Overwhelming Some Border Cities

• Research suggests immigration may be contributing to a stronger US economy, with labor market gains linked to influx of new workers • Many migrants entering through the southwest border get work permits while awaiting immigration hearings • There seems to be a correlation between more migrants coming in and increases in the labor force and GDP
• Migrant influx is overwhelming some border cities, though providing an economic boost • Biden may be benefitting politically from unexpectedly solid economic growth partly fueled by immigration