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The influx is not just a logistical issue; it has political repercussions. As illegal immigration surges, minority voters—particularly Black and Latino men—are feeling increasingly disenfranchised by what they see as a failure to secure the border. Even prominent Democrats like New York City Mayor Eric Adams have publicly spoken out against the situation, warning that the city faces a crisis if border security isn’t prioritized. Adams bluntly stated that illegal immigration “has to be stopped,” and he criticized “nefarious groups” from outside the U.S. for exploiting the situation and radicalizing some segments of the youth.