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What 'merit-based' immigration means, and why Trump keeps saying he wants it
By Catherine Shoichet
Trump wants a different kind of immigrant: Highly skilled workers who speak English and have job offers
By Abigail Hauslohner
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By Michael D. Shear
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Trump immigration plan includes civics tests for legal entrants, border security boost
By Adam Edelman, Leigh Ann Caldwell & Hallie Jackson
Trump's new immigration plan emphasizes skills and education over family connections
By Eamon Javers & Ylan Mui
GOP senators 'underwhelmed' with Kushner's legal immigration plan, sources say
By Jim Acosta & Abby Phillip