Some Chicago Businesses Feeling the Impact of Trump’s Immigration Blitz
The New York Times • 10/17/2025 • Last cited 10/21/2025
Summary
Some Chicago businesses report that a decrease in customers and workers, attributed to Trump's immigration policies, is leading to lower revenue and concerns about broader economic impacts on the city, according to The New York Times.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
89 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
The New York Times
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score47/100
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Score BreakdownRisk 35
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 89 days - proven survivor
Stories gain Lindy status through source reputation, network consensus, and time survival.
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