Frankie wrote:
I think the warning of a large consumer price spike after the elimination of
illegal immigration is a bit overblown.

First, it's an attempt to discourage tougher illegal immigration laws.
Second, a market economy would adapt - probably very quickly. Immigrants
would still be available, it's just they would be required to have proper
documentation such as a guest worker permit. And any cost increases to
employers would promote increased efficiency in their operations. Also the
"crowding out" effect caused by immigrant workers would be reduced, bringing
other (unemployed?) Americans into these jobs.

Exactly. Well stated Sir.