Trump's mass deportations may cost California $275 billion, study says

A new study paints a very grim economic picture related to President Donald Trump's mass deportation programs.

The numbers show a loss of migrant labor could cost California $275 billion.

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The report also notes, based on wages alone, undocumented workers generate 5% of the state's overall economic activity.

Business and tech reporter Scott Budman takes a closer look at the study from the Bay Area Council. Watch his report in the video above.

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