With the Trump administration continuing its crackdown on immigration, the economic losses from a policy focused on mass deportations could be enormous, both here in the Bay Area and the rest of California. That’s according to a new study by the Bay Area Council Economic Institute. The findings show just how important undocumented immigrants are to our state's economy. Dan Brekke talks with Abby Raisz, the research director at the Bay Area Council Economic Institute.

<p>With the Trump administration continuing its crackdown on immigration, the economic losses from a policy focused on mass deportations could be enormous, both here in the Bay Area and the rest of California. That&rsquo;s according to a new study by the Bay Area Council Economic Institute. The findings show just how important undocumented immigrants are to our state's economy. Dan Brekke talks with Abby Raisz, the research director at the Bay Area Council Economic Institute.</p>

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<p>KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.</p>