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Trump’s immigration crackdown keeps spooking employers, cities, and voters

By February 14, the administration’s immigration push was no longer just about toughness. It was becoming a drag on workers, a headache for employers, and a warning sign for Republicans in places that depend on labor and hate chaos. The more the White House leaned into punishment, the more it risked owning the economic fallout too.

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First recorded Feb 14, 2026·Meaningfully updated Feb 14, 2026

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Trump’s immigration crackdown keeps spooking employers, cities, and voters

By February 14, the administration’s immigration push was no longer just about toughness. It was becoming a drag on workers, a headache for employers, and a warning sign for Republicans in places that depend on labor and hate chaos. The more the White House leaned into punishment, the more it risked owning the economic fallout too.

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Trump’s immigration crackdown keeps spooking employers, cities, and voters

By February 14, the administration’s immigration push was no longer just about toughness. It was becoming a drag on workers, a headache for employers, and a warning sign for Republicans in places that depend on labor and hate chaos. The more the White House leaned into punishment, the more it risked owning the economic fallout too.

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