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Californians Consider Leaving U.S. Over Political Divisiveness

A growing number of Californians are exploring relocation overseas due to fears surrounding the 2024 election and political climate.

Americans are hatching escape plans in preparation for the U.S. Presidential election.
Immigration firms expect more Americans to look into moving abroad following Tuesday's election.
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Overview

  • Global migration experts report a significant increase in Americans, particularly Californians, seeking to move abroad due to political concerns.
  • Henley & Partners, a firm specializing in residency and citizenship, notes that 80% of their U.S. clients cite political issues as their reason for leaving.
  • Traffic to Expatsi, a website assisting Americans in moving overseas, surged by 900% after the first presidential debate of 2024.
  • Mykel Dicus from California plans to relocate to Spain, expressing fear over a potential Trump presidency and seeking a life free from U.S. political worries.
  • Experts highlight that the desire to emigrate is not limited to one political ideology, with concerns about divisiveness affecting individuals across the spectrum.