Welcoming refugees brings unexpected economic benefits

Donald Trump’s divisive ban on travel from several Muslim-majority countries has sparked a debate about not only the security implications of immigration but also its economic impact.
A new working paper from the National Bureau of Economic Research shows refugees provide a net contribution to the economy through the taxes they pay over time, countering the notion that they are a drag on the economy due to a reliance on social benefits.
Trump's ban initially faced stiff legal challeng