The controversy over comprehensive immigration reform is spilling over into other public debates, including President Obama's economic recovery package and the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP). So, when the media repeat misinformation about immigration, its effects spill over too. Media Matters is keeping a close watch on the media's treatment of immigration, monitoring TV, radio, print, and online coverage.
This page is a one-stop clearinghouse for all Media Matters research items, press releases, and County Fair blog posts exposing and debunking media myths about immigration.
Below are some of the most recent themes in immigration coverage documented by Media Matters:
- Advancing the myth that Obama's economic recovery plan allows undocumented immigrants to claim tax credits
- Mischaracterizing and labeling SCHIP as the "Illegal Alien Bailout"
- Spreading misinformation about immigrant voter fraud.
Bookmark this page and check in to track media narratives and themes on immigration as they emerge.
