Stop the Dis | Debunking the Myth: Immigrants Steal Jobs

Are immigrants really a drain on the U.S. economy? It’s an often-heard question filled with controversy, especially around election time. Stop The Dis is back with a new episode to clear up the myths and bring you the truth. Hosted by Al Madrigal and produced by LatiNation and CALÓ News, this episode explores the impact of immigrants on the economy with clear facts.

How Immigrants Fuel the U.S. Economy

Many people fleeing violence and poverty come to the US with little more than the clothes on their backs. Some claim that immigrants take jobs, overuse social services, and lower wages for everyone else. But these claims are false. Here’s the real story:

The US economy needs immigrants: The US economy is huge and relies on immigrants to keep growing. The Congressional Budget Office estimates that immigrant workers will add seven trillion dollars to the economy over the next few years.

Immigrants and federal benefits

Ever hear that undocumented immigrants are all on welfare? That’s another false claim. Most federal benefits are off-limits to immigrants, even though they pay taxes just like everyone else.

Do immigrants lower wages?

The idea that immigrants push down wages is a myth. The economy isn’t a zero-sum game. As it grows, it creates more opportunities for everyone.

Disinformation in Latino media spaces is creating political chaos and pitting families against each other. Its twisting of the truth divides us and makes us fearful. That’s why Stop The Dis is here: to help you cut through the noise and understand what’s really going on. Fact-check your news; if a site misleads you, don’t go back to it. That’s a chump move! Remember, you’re not going to be played for a chump.

Catch out the latest episode and join us in the fight against disinformation! Together, we can Stop The Dis and protect our community.