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Rappler Talk: What’s in store for Filipino immigrants in the US under Trump?
Former US President Donald Trump's return to the White House signals potential shifts in immigration policies that could impact Filipinos in the United States and abroad.
Trump's campaign emphasized a "Make America Great Again" agenda and vowed to implement stricter laws against undocumented immigrants, aiming to close US borders and prioritize legal entry.
Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Manuel Romualdez stated that approximately 200,000 Filipinos may face immigration issues if Trump pursues his plans to crack down on undocumented foreigners.
As of last year, there were over 4.6 million Filipinos in the US, according to US Census Bureau data.
Filipinos also constitute the fifth-largest unauthorized immigrant population in the US, with an estimated 350,000 individuals in 2022, based on US Department of Homeland Security figures.
Immigration lawyer Jath Shao will discuss what's at stake for Filipino Americans, undocumented migrants, and Filipinos hoping to travel or migrate to the US in a Rappler Talk episode.
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Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Manuel Romualdez advised undocumented Filipinos in the US to voluntarily leave or process their documents amid concerns over stricter immigration policies under President-elect Donald Trump.
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OFW party-list Representative Marissa Magsino urged the Philippine government to prepare for the potential mass deportation of an estimated 300,000 undocumented Filipinos from the United States once US President-elect Donald Trump assumes office.
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At least three senators are urging government agencies to prepare logistical support and livelihood contingencies for undocumented Filipinos in the US, who may face deportation following President-elect Donald Trump's victory.
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Senate President Francis "Chiz" Escudero urged the Philippine government to prepare for potential policy shifts under Donald Trump's new term as US President, emphasizing the need for proactive measures.
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