A startling statistic recently surfaced during an interview regarding the composition of New York City’s rent-controlled housing. A White House advisor revealed that a full 40% of those benefiting from these affordable units are foreign-born residents.
The question posed was direct: is this a fair system? The concern centered on the idea that individuals not born in the country are occupying a significant portion of housing designed to alleviate financial burdens for long-term citizens.
This revelation came amidst a broader discussion about the administration’s efforts to reshape immigration policy and its impact on the American economy. The stated goal is to reduce overall migration levels, believing this will ultimately contribute to lowering housing costs.
Beyond housing, a significant shift is underway regarding visas, particularly within critical industries. The administration is actively revoking thousands of visas, focusing on sectors deemed vital to national security, like the semiconductor industry.
The concern highlighted was the loss of American jobs and intellectual property to foreign entities. A key initiative involves knowledge transfer programs, aiming to re-establish domestic expertise in advanced manufacturing processes.
New financial measures, including a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas, are already impacting visa processing. This is coupled with increased scrutiny and vetting procedures for all new visas, including those issued to foreign students.
A dedicated effort, “Project Firewall,” has been launched by the Department of Labor to combat illegal discrimination and abuses within the H-1B program. Simultaneously, there’s a renewed focus on denaturalization cases and curbing what is termed “welfare tourism.”
For the first time in over half a century, the United States is experiencing net negative migration. More people are leaving the country than are arriving for permanent residency, a trend not seen in decades.
This shift represents a fundamental change in immigration patterns, signaling a deliberate effort to prioritize American citizens and reshape the nation’s demographic landscape.
