Cost of Illegal Immigration to American Taxpayers
The cost of illegal immigration to American taxpayers has reached over $150 billion annually, according to estimates by the Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR). This burden includes costs at federal, state, and local levels, with illegal aliens contributing only $32 billion in taxes. Special interest groups are lobbying for an expansion of the Additional Child Tax Credit for illegal aliens.
Key Points
- Illegal aliens cost taxpayers over $150 billion annually
- Illegal aliens contribute only $32 billion in taxes
- Special interest groups are pushing for an expansion of tax credits for illegal aliens
Pros
- Provides detailed information on the financial burden of illegal immigration on American taxpayers
Cons
- Source is from a politically leaning website (Breitbart News)