A report from the Congressional Budget Office reveals that the US population is projected to increase by only 15 million over the next 30 years, reaching 364 million by 2056. This new estimate is significantly lower than previous projections and is largely attributed to President Trump's enforcement of strict immigration policies. In fact, with these policies, the country could see a reduction in immigration by approximately 320,000 people over the next decade. Demographers are concerned that without an influx of immigrants, the US population could start to decline as soon as 2030, leading to increased pressures on Social Security and Medicare systems which already face challenges due to an aging workforce. Experts suggest that as immigration slows, fewer children will be born, raising concerns about the future workforce needed to sustain economic growth.
US Population Growth Slows Down Due to Immigration Policies
A recent report suggests the US population could increase by only 15 million in the next 30 years, largely influenced by strict immigration policies and an aging demographic.
The Congressional Budget Office forecasts that the US population will reach 364 million by 2056, marking a decline from previous estimates. This slowdown in growth is attributed to President Trump's strict immigration measures and the aging population. Experts warn that lower immigration rates could exacerbate challenges for Social Security and Medicare as fewer workers contribute to these systems. Projections show the US population may even begin to shrink by 2030 without immigration, raising concerns over future workforce levels.
