Former Acting ICE Director Tom Homan has reiterated his position that securing the southern border would yield significant economic benefits for American workers.
Speaking recently, Homan emphasized that tighter border controls would help stem the tide of illegal immigration, reducing the oversupply of cheap labor that has long suppressed wages for U.S. citizens.
Homan argued that unchecked illegal immigration creates a labor market glut, allowing unscrupulous employers to exploit undocumented workers for lower wages while disadvantaging American workers. “Every time someone crosses the border illegally and takes a job, that’s a job an American doesn’t get,” Homan stated. He underscored that limiting illegal crossings and enforcing immigration laws would force employers to compete for labor, driving up wages and creating a more equitable economic landscape.
The economic argument for border security resonates with many who have watched stagnant wage growth among lower-income Americans coincide with increased illegal immigration. The Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) has reported that the U.S. incurs billions in taxpayer expenses annually due to illegal immigration, including costs associated with education, healthcare, and law enforcement. Homan’s approach suggests that reducing these financial burdens could also free up resources to support American citizens.
Homan’s proposals go beyond border security. He has called for the reinstatement of worksite enforcement operations, penalizing employers who hire illegal workers. By increasing accountability, he believes businesses will be incentivized to comply with labor laws, benefiting legal workers and boosting tax revenues. Critics often argue that such measures disproportionately affect certain industries, but Homan counters that any short-term disruptions are outweighed by the long-term economic gains.
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