Poll: 8-in-10 call illegal immigration a ‘problem,’ 58% say ‘serious’

Poll: 8-in-10 call illegal immigration a ‘problem,’ 58% say ‘serious’

"Most Americans believe that illegal immigration is a problem but are split over what to do about it, according to a new survey.

The latest Economist/YouGov.com poll found that 84 percent believe illegal immigration is a “problem” for the United States.

And of that, 58 percent called it a “somewhat serious” to “very serious problem.” 

Another 26 percent called it a "minor probem," and only 10 percent said illegal immigration is "not a problem" 

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Republicans hold an edge as the party most trusted with handling border security, 31 percent to 26 percent for Democrats..."

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