Nearly half of immigrants, children of immigrants in Congress represent Western states | Pew Research Center

January 23, 2019

In 116th Congress, at least 13% of lawmakers are immigrants or the children of immigrants

Nearly half of immigrants, children of immigrants in Congress represent Western states

Nearly half of immigrants, children of immigrants in Congress represent Western states

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In 116th Congress, at least 13% of lawmakers are immigrants or the children of immigrants
Foreign-born share of Congress remains below historical highs
Most immigrants or children of immigrants in Congress come from Europe, Latin America or Asia
Nearly half of immigrants, children of immigrants in Congress represent Western states