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December 17, 2024

Americans lean toward keeping legal immigration steady, see high-skilled workers as a priority

About 4 in 10 Americans say high-skilled workers should get top priority for legal immigration

About 4 in 10 Americans say high-skilled workers should get top priority for legal immigration

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About 4 in 10 Americans say high-skilled workers should get top priority for legal immigration

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Americans lean toward keeping legal immigration steady, see high-skilled workers as a priority
Nearly 1.2 million U.S. immigrants received a green card in 2023, a return to pre-pandemic levels
About 4 in 10 Americans say high-skilled workers should get top priority for legal immigration
46% of Americans say legal immigration levels should stay at present levels