New York Times finally addresses Biden's immigration surge after Election Day

In the United States, five weeks after Election Day, The New York Times published an explanation addressing one of voters' primary concerns, which is the surge in illegal immigration during President Joe Biden's administration. The article highlights that this surge is unprecedented, asserting that it could exceed eight million total net migrants, indicating a faster pace of arrivals than any other time in U.S. history, including during the Ellis Island peak years. According to David Leonhardt, a notable writer at the Times, this increase has led to a new high in the percentage of the U.S. population born in other countries, now reaching 15.2%, surpassing levels recorded in the 1890 census. The article identifies the Biden administration's immigration policy as the principal driver of this surge. However, it acknowledges some adverse impacts associated with this influx, such as heightened pressure on social services, increased job competition, and potential wage stagnation for non-college-educated Americans, ultimately benefiting higher-income individuals who pay less for services. The paper also attempts to counter narratives presented by some Republicans who claim that recent immigrants are responsible for a rise in crime, emphasizing that immigrants generally commit crimes at lower rates than native-born citizens. Nonetheless, Leonhardt's analysis is critiqued for relying on outdated studies that do not provide insights about the current situation. The Times seems hesitant to fully address the implications of the immigration surge throughout Biden's term, suggesting that there may be an effort to shape the narrative concerning the administration's election loss. The broader context suggests the urgency for The New York Times to align its editorial perspective with factual reporting rather than political allegiance, particularly on such a crucial issue as immigration reform.