- A new poll reveals many Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) adults have been directly affected by stricter immigration policies.
- Approximately half of AAPI adults or their acquaintances have faced detention, deportation, or adjusted daily routines due to immigration concerns.
- About 60% of AAPI adults now believe the United States no longer offers significant opportunities for immigrants, marking a notable change in perception.
- Even legal immigrants and naturalized citizens report feeling their status is questioned, prompting them to carry immigration documents more regularly.
- AAPI adults are more likely to identify with their heritage than with being American, and 73% believe cultural mixing is vital to America's identity.
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Half of Asian Americans say Trump’s immigration crackdown has changed daily life