One explanation, as your example of the ‘Russian Mafia’ growth on our shores and the reported long ago settlement of the ‘defeated’ Republican Guard in the Midwest
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BUT — these emigres are not illegals (at least the initial groups) am sure they all had Komrades arrive via ‘other entries’.
We also must not forget all the ‘Lovable Somalis’ that were deposited on our shores - well Minnesota, then Maine, legally.
That is correct, they’re not illegals AND they’ve been vetted by the State Department.
That ought to make everyone feel a little queasy knowing as we do the State Department’s inclination to put what’s best for our Country last.
http://www.migrationpolicy.org/article/us-refugee-resettlement-program/