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Pedro Camacho

Experts Warn Trump's Crackdown on Aid to Immigrants 'Discourages People From Using Public Benefits'

A sign alerting customers about SNAP food stamps (2019) (Credit: Photo by Scott Heins/Getty Images)

In a sweeping effort to limit federal benefits for immigrants, the Trump administration has introduced a series of policy changes that experts warn will harm not only undocumented immigrants but also U.S. citizens, especially children who live in mixed-status households.

While the administration says its goal is to preserve resources for citizens, researchers and policy analysts consulted by The New York Times argue the measures risk deterring eligible families from accessing vital services.

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