CNN's Brown debates tax contributions of undocumented migrants

CNN anchor Pamela Brown engaged in a heated discussion with Republican Representative Carlos Gimenez about undocumented immigrants paying taxes. Brown pointed out that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) holds sensitive taxpayer information because undocumented migrants voluntarily share it. She asked why these individuals, who pay taxes, should be targeted for deportation. Gimenez responded by emphasizing that undocumented migrants are not following the law. He questioned Brown's framing of their actions. Brown maintained her position, stating, "I was very clear on that." The exchange continued as Gimenez insisted that legal residents deserve confidentiality regarding their tax information. Brown then highlighted that undocumented migrants contributed tens of billions in federal income tax in 2022. She raised concerns about potential consequences if the IRS shares data with immigration authorities. This could lead to many people hiding their income, which might decrease revenue for the federal government. Gimenez agreed that the issue is significant, but he also attributed some of the challenges to former President Joe Biden's immigration policies. The debate underscored tensions surrounding tax payments and immigration status in the U.S.