Trump has proposed a mass deportation of up to 20 million people in order to free up homes for U.S. citizens and lower prices. However, experts doubt the feasibility of this plan, with concerns about logistical challenges and costs. Industry leaders in construction are skeptical that Trump would be able to deliver on his promise due to the potential loss of crucial workforce members. Additionally, there are concerns about the impact on the housing market if such a large number of workers were to be removed.
Despite the controversial nature of Trump’s proposal, recent polling has shown broad support for removing people who came to the U.S. illegally. The National Association of Home Builders has expressed concerns about the deportation proposal but is engaging with both political campaigns to address issues within the industry. Immigrant construction workers have been shown to help keep housing costs low in certain metro areas, and their removal could have a significant impact on the industry’s workforce.
Past examples of state-level crackdowns on undocumented workers in Florida and Arizona have resulted in workers fleeing the states, causing disruption in the construction industry. These experiences have led to industry leaders expressing reservations about the potential impact of Trump’s mass deportation proposal. Overall, there is a recognition that immigration policy and reform are important topics that need to be addressed, but the feasibility and implications of mass deportations remain a topic of debate and concern within the construction industry.
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