A recent poll asked people whether illegal immigrants should receive Social Security benefits, and the results were overwhelmingly against it. Out of 856 total votes, a large majority—96.73% or 828 votes—said “No” to giving Social Security benefits to illegal immigrants. Only 1.75% (15 votes) were in favor, and 1.52% (13 votes) said they were unsure.
This poll reflects strong public opinion against providing these benefits to illegal immigrants. Many people believe that Social Security should only go to citizens and legal residents who have paid into the system. Opponents of extending benefits to illegal immigrants argue that Social Security is already facing financial challenges and should be reserved for those who have contributed to it through taxes. They worry that giving benefits to illegal immigrants could put additional strain on a system that many feel is already stretched thin.
On the other hand, some believe that illegal immigrants contribute to the economy in various ways, such as through sales taxes and by taking on jobs that others may not want. Those in favor of extending Social Security benefits argue that it could provide much-needed support to individuals who are part of the workforce but do not have legal status. However, this viewpoint is clearly in the minority, as shown by the poll results.
This issue is part of a larger, ongoing debate about immigration and social services in the United States. Many people have strong feelings on both sides, and this poll suggests that, at least for now, the majority of the public does not support giving Social Security benefits to illegal immigrants. As the conversation around immigration continues, these results offer a snapshot of current public opinion on this specific aspect of the issue.
