One of the most controversial issues in 2025, the issue of immigration and border control has raised debates among pundits, journalists, researchers, and the public as the decade-long anti-immigration campaign, fueled by propaganda and misinformation, escalates.

The Reference Shelf: Immigration & Border Control in the 21st Century looks at a variety of relevant topics including the history of immigration policy into the present day, the morals and ethics of immigration, legal issues, border crackdowns, climate migration, and more.

This volume begins with a preface outlining the history of immigration in the United States and exploring anti-immigration attitudes, employment practices, and potential solutions.

Primary and secondary documents, plus carefully-edited introductory materials help students and researchers navigate through these important topics. The information within The Reference Shelf: Immigration & Border Control in the 21st Century provides balanced coverage, supported by comprehensive background information, on the topics of vital interest in our fast-changing world.