Overview

• Former President Trump has suggested that Chinese migrants are forming a 'military-age' army in the US.
• Chinese immigrants describe their journey as a search for economic opportunity and freedom from repression.
• Since late 2022, there has been a significant increase in Chinese migrants crossing the US-Mexico border.
• Advocacy groups warn that such rhetoric could lead to increased harassment and violence against Asian communities.
• US authorities have found no evidence supporting claims of a coordinated military effort among Chinese migrants.