Asian American and Pacific Islanders feel opportunity fading amid immigration impact

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyle(AFP/Getty)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. In fullHalf of Asian Americans say Trump’s immigration crackdown has changed daily lifeThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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