In the US, immigration has always been a divisive topic, especially in border areas like Arizona. Arizona has particular difficulties because of its proximity to Mexico, which influences people's opinions on immigration laws. The political climate, economic interdependencies, and diversified population of the state all add to the complexity of this discussion. Voters in Arizona have formed strong, frequently polarized attitudes over time, with requests for more humanitarian policies coexisting with support for harsher immigration rules.
A major segment of Arizona voters think that maintaining safety and economic stability requires tight border security. Drug smuggling, and human trafficking, are some of the main points of concern for illegal immigration because of the state's long border share with Mexico. Advocates of stringent immigration regulations often want more funding for physical obstacles, border police, and electronic monitoring.The problem is closely related to national security for a large number of voters. They contend that law enforcement should put deporting people who enter the nation illegally first because, in the absence of a strong border, the nation is susceptible to attacks from foreign nationals. The Republican base in Arizona, which has long favored tougher immigration enforcement, frequently agrees with this viewpoint.