You are correct, and it's my error. I googled something along the lines of "how many illegal aliens in US 2004" and it was one of the first hits.
However, the article quoted there is from Time Magazine. Here's another link to the same article from a reputable source: Time Magazine Online, from AM640 radio's site
You are correct, and it's my error.
Aw come on.
Don't cave in to the clown.