Via Ariana Figueroa: The unauthorized U.S. immigrant population grew to its highest level ever by mid-2024, increasing to 15.8 million after hovering at about 11 million since 2010, according to data released Wednesday by a nonpartisan think tank that tracks migration.

Number of unauthorized immigrants hit new high of nearly 16 million in 2024, report says | Alabama ReflectorThe report said the increases were fueled by the strong economic recovery after COVID-19 and violence and political instability in other countries.alabamareflector.com