Why Trump Allies Say Immigration Hurts American Workers

JD Vance and others on the “new right” say limiting immigration will raise wages and give jobs to sidelined Americans. Many studies suggest otherwise.

Business - The New York Times - 9 hours ago

Kamala Harris's corporate tax hike would hurt innovation, American workers

While Americans struggle to afford basic necessities, Vice President Kamala Harris continues to campaign on the same economic policies that caused inflation to skyrocket. In a speech on her ...

Politics - The Hill - October 28

What Trump's mass deportation plan would mean for immigrant workers and the economy

President-Elect Donald Trump says his mass deportation plan will go ahead. Hiring firms and labor economists have begun to weigh the damage.

Business - CNBC - November 11

What Trump’s Win Could Mean for Immigrant Workers–and the Companies That Employ Them

If your company relies on immigrant workers, you may need to brace for change. Here’s how, according to experts.

Business - Inc. - Yesterday

Trump’s Biggest Con: Pretending He’s on the Side of Working Men and Women

He’s even more antilabor and pro-plutocrat than orthodox Republicans.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 29

How Hostility to Immigrants Will Hurt America’s Tech Sector

Don’t assume that highly educated foreigners will be spared by the new administration.

Top stories - The New York Times - Yesterday

Why the Trump administration will be bad for Americans’ health

Experts say president-elect is likely to oppose policies such as universal healthcare and measures to reduce smoking. US politics – live updates Donald Trump will take office with a pledge ...

World - The Guardian - November 12

What Trump’s former allies say about their old boss

Many of the ‘best and most serious’ people in the Republican candidate’s administration are now his strongest critics

Business - Financial Times - November 5

Kennedy could be on short list for HHS secretary, Trump allies say

Republicans' newly won control of the Senate may have buoyed Kennedy's odds of a role in the Trump administration.

Trump ally says Ukraine focus must be peace, not territory

Bryan Lanza tells the BBC there needs to be an "honest conversation" with Kyiv and returning Crimea is not a US priority.

Trump’s Trade Protectionism Could Hurt U.S. and Europe, says EU Commissioner

European Economic Commissioner Paolo Gentiloni called U.S.-EU trade relations a stabilizing force that could be disturbed by the president-elect’s tariff plans.

Business - Inc. - November 15

Trump says the U.S. is 'like a garbage can for the world' referring to immigration

Former President Donald Trump said the United States is “like a garbage can” for the rest of the world because of its border policies during an immigration-focused rally in Tempe, Ariz.

Politics - NBC News - October 25

Trump says "border czar" will be Tom Homan, ex-immigration enforcement chief

President-elect Donald Trump says Tom Homan, his former acting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement director, will serve as "border czar" in his incoming administration.

Trump 'border czar' says administration will conduct workplace immigration raids

Incoming "border czar" Tom Homan said Monday that President-elect Trump's administration will crank up workplace raids as part of its broader immigration crackdown. Speaking on “Fox & Friends,” the ...

Politics - The Hill - November 11

Trump says he'll make good on using military to curb illegal immigration

President-elect Donald Trump says he'll make good on his campaign promise to deport undocumented immigrants. Two sources familiar with the planning tell NBC News the incoming Trump administration ...

Politics - NBC News - 4 days ago

US election live updates: Harris and Trump hold duelling Pittsburgh rallies in final hours of campaigning

Harris says ‘momentum is on our side’ at Pennsylvania rally while Trump celebrates endorsement from podcaster Joe Rogan. Trump and Harris visit key states in final day of campaigning Don’t miss ...

World - The Guardian - November 5

Why economists think Trump’s immigration crackdown could hike prices on groceries, housing and day care

The president-elect’s mass-deportation plan could disrupt industries like agriculture and construction, experts say — potentially passing on higher costs to consumers.

Business - MarketWatch - 2 days ago

Elon Musk, Trump allies say his tariff plans could cause short-term pain for consumers

Donald Trump has proposed universal tariffs, which Vice President Kamala Harris attacked, calling the proposal a "Trump sales tax" on American consumers.

Business - CNBC - October 30

Trump says the U.S. is 'like a garbage can for the world' as he dials up immigration rhetoric

Former President Donald Trump said the United States is “like a garbage can” for the rest of the world during an immigration-focused rally in Arizona.

Politics - NBC News - October 24

Obama says ‘you can count on Kamala’ at Philadelphia rally – as it happened

This blog is closing now, thanks for following along. You can find all of our US elections coverage here . . Outcry over Trump’s hint at ‘little secret’ with House Republicans Share your ...

World - The Guardian - October 29

Arizona businesses worry immigration proposal on ballot would exacerbate worker shortage

Mass deportation plans, racial profiling concerns and a broken immigration system could harm businesses and the economy.

Business - CNBC - November 4

Why southern border towns are frustrated by the immigration debate

Presidio, Texas, relies on hundreds of Mexican citizens who legally cross the border daily to work in restaurants or oil fields. Presidio's mayor believes the city would be in "serious trouble" if ...

Immigration cuts: Why prime ministers keep failing to meet their targets

Promises on net migration have been made for 15 years - but few kept them

Americans spend $300 billion a year on gift cards. Why some experts say they should stop.

“Gift cards are a good idea for everybody but the person who receives them.”

Business - MarketWatch - November 13

Election workers on the front line of American democracy

Harassment, threats & intimidation of local officials is increasing ahead of the election

These are the job benefits American workers really want

A few years ago, U.S. workers were spoiled with perks in the office, particularly if they worked in tech or for a big bank. From dedicated coffee areas to fully-catered meals for breakfast, lunch ...

Politics - The Hill - November 15

The Roots of Trump’s Nativist Rhetoric on Immigrants

In the former president’s pitch to voters, historians hear echoes of the nation’s inescapable xenophobic history.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 1

What American history tells us about fear of immigrants

Immigrants, including those who arrived in America in desperate poverty, from very different cultures and societies, have overcome fearmongering, threats and violence to become accepted as ...

Politics - The Hill - October 27

Eagles' Hurts limited by ankle issue, says coach

Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was limited in practice this week while dealing with an ankle issue, coach Nick Sirianni said Friday.

Sports - ESPN - November 8

Fortnum & Mason party snub was hurtful, Paralympian says

The London high-end grocer has apologised over failure to host Paralympic athletes alongside Team GB Olympians at event

Trump plan to 'end all taxes' on overtime pay would benefit millions of Americans, but it's going to be uphill battle

President-elect Trump has many tax cut plans and a promise to 'end all taxes on overtime', but in Congress, it's likely something has to give, and someone lose.

Business - CNBC - November 15

Why Biden apologized to Native Americans

President Biden issued an apology to all Native Americans while speaking in Arizona about the forced federal Indian boarding schools where tens of thousands of Indigenous children were taken and ...

Are K-pop stars workers? South Korea says no

In a dispute involving band NewJeans, the government said celebrities were not entitled to the same rights as workers.

The naughty siesta: why workers are secretly napping at home

A cheeky little sleep during office hours is more popular than ever – but the days of the furtive snooze may be numbered. Name: The naughty siesta.. Age: The siesta dates back to at least Roman ...

World - The Guardian - October 28

Why Gen-Z Workers Are Consciously ‘Unbossing’

Gen Z workers are dodging management promotions at work, according to recent data – and that could hinder company growth plans.

Business - Inc. - November 7

Why are hundreds of Las Vegas hotel workers on strike?

Around 700 Las Vegas hospitality workers went on strike Friday morning. Members of the Culinary Workers Union are calling for "24/7 picket lines" around Virgin Hotels. CBS News reporter Andres ...

The Trump effect is 30% priced in, says Deutsche Bank analyst — here’s why

One of the big questions confronting markets is just how much of the impact of a Donald Trump presidency has been priced even before it starts.

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

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