The U.S. relies heavily on immigrant workers to care for its aging population, with nearly 30% of direct care workers coming from other countries. As the demand for caregivers grows, President Trump’s immigration crackdown could worsen work force shortages, driving up wages and making elder care even more expensive for families at a time when the number of people 65 or older in the U.S. is at its highest ever.
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