A recent survey conducted by CGTN has revealed that nearly 80% of respondents criticize the United States’ immigration policies. The poll, which was shared across CGTN’s platforms in five languages—English, Spanish, French, Arabic, and Russian—drew participation from over 6,000 social media users within 24 hours.
According to the survey results, 78.3% of participants believe that the U.S., as a nation built by immigrants, is now promoting anti-immigrant sentiments. They feel this shift contradicts the historical development of the country and could significantly impact its future direction.
The issue of illegal immigration has been a contentious topic in the U.S., leading to heated debates between local governments and federal authorities. The survey found that 89.6% of respondents agree that tensions over immigration policies highlight deep-seated divisions between Democratic-governed regions like Los Angeles and the Republican-led federal government. A similar percentage—89%—believe that the intense standoff between the two major political parties over immigration is a reflection of growing political polarization, which could further exacerbate social divisions.
Moreover, 71.8% of those surveyed express concern that the large-scale efforts to apprehend illegal immigrants could lead to violent law enforcement actions and trigger a serious humanitarian crisis. In recent years, the U.S. government has faced criticism and protests over its handling of immigration issues, with accusations of systemic human rights violations.
Echoing these sentiments, 87% of respondents criticize the government’s approach to immigration as violating human rights. Additionally, 86% agree that immigration has become a chronic problem affecting domestic governance in the U.S. In the backdrop of political polarization and widening economic disparities, 73.8% of participants feel that the lives of ordinary people are becoming increasingly challenging.
The findings of this survey highlight the growing discontent with U.S. immigration policies both domestically and globally. As debates continue, the impact of these policies on society and international perceptions remains a critical topic of discussion.
