Former President Trump and Senator J.D. Vance have claimed that the surge in immigrants is a primary factor driving up housing costs in the U.S. However, their assertions have been met with skepticism from many economists and researchers who argue that this perspective oversimplifies the complex issues surrounding housing affordability. Vance has shifted his rhetoric from previous comments about immigrants to making direct claims linking them to the housing crisis. This has raised concerns about the potential for xenophobia, as both Trump and Vance continue to suggest that mass deportations could alleviate housing shortages. Critics highlight the Nazi overtones in the rhetoric surrounding these mass deportations, and the broader implications of blaming immigrants for various societal issues. As the debate unfolds, numerous analysts are pushing back against the narrative being promoted by Trump and Vance, emphasizing that the factors influencing housing prices are multifaceted and cannot be solely attributed to immigration.