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A Critical Look at Cuts to Science in the U.S. and the Flawed Expectation of U.S. “Science Refugees” Moving to France

Summary: A recent article by Boulevard Voltaire (https://www.bvoltaire.fr/accueillir-des-refugies-scientifiques-americains-mais-avec-quel-budget/) considered, in sarcastic fashion, the perception in France of a wave of U.S. “scientific refugees” ‒ or a wave of scientists from the U.S. moving to France in response to recent budget cuts to certain scientific initiatives in the U.S. The article drew comparisons between the state of science […]

March 13, 2025 · by AER Editorial Staff
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U.S. Expats in Mexico React to Recent U.S. Tariff News

Summary: A recent KVIA report from Yucatán, Mexico explored how American expatriates living abroad are responding to the recently proposed U.S. tariff policy. The story focuses on the US President’s recently proposed tariffs and the attitudes of several U.S. expats in Mexico with respect to the Trump administration’s policies. The group generally expressed apprehension about the proposed […]

March 12, 2025 · by AER Editorial Staff
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How One Person Claimed European Citizenship to Get Away from U.S. Politics

Summary: An increasing number of Americans are seeking to claim European citizenship through ancestry, according to a recent March 6, 2025 Business Insider article. This

March 9, 2025 · by AER Editorial Staff
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Survey Indicates that Politics is a Significant Motivating Factor in Emigration from the U.S.

Summary: A February 2025 survey commissioned by StorageUnits.com and conducted online by PollFish reveals that 26% of Americans are contemplating relocating to another country due to “dissatisfaction with President Trump,” though only 1% have concrete relocation plans, and a further 5% are actively exploring the prospect of relocation. Among those seriously considering a move, 13% […]

March 8, 2025 · by AER Editorial Staff
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Why Ghana is Becoming a Sanctuary for African American Expatriates in Times of U.S. Turmoil

Summary: A growing number of African Americans are relocating to Ghana, driven by a desire for peace, cultural belonging, and a sense of home. According to an article in the Richmond Free Press dated February 27, 2025, the West African country has become a popular destination for African American expatriates seeking refuge from racial injustice, political tension, […]

March 1, 2025 · by AER Editorial Staff
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Where Americans Are Moving Internationally, and Why

Summary: According to a February 27, 2025, article from BlueRidgeNow, a growing number of Americans are relocating abroad in 2025, with Mexico emerging as the top international destination for U.S. citizens. Motivations for this move range from financial and lifestyle considerations to broader political and social concern stemming from the recent election and the slew of recent policy […]

March 1, 2025 · by AER Editorial Staff
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Research Suggests 17% of Americans Interested in Moving Abroad

Summary: A new survey conducted by Talker Research reveals that a significant portion of Americans are seriously considering leaving the United States for a new life abroad. According to the study of 2,000 American adults, 17% of respondents expressed a desire to move internationally within the next five years. Of those, 5% said they are […]

February 28, 2025 · by AER Editorial Staff
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The American Population in Portugal: Small but Significant

Summary: A February 23, 2025, article from the Portugal Resident addressed a popular misconception of a large-scale influx of U.S. citizens into Portugal, asserting that reports of an “American invasion” are exaggerated and not supported by official data. By the end of 2023, approximately 10,000 Americans were residing in Portugal, a number that continues to rise […]

February 25, 2025 · by AER Editorial Staff
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Why More Wealthy Americans Are Moving Abroad in 2024

Summary:A Financial Times article published in June 2024 examines the growing trend of wealthy Americans relocating overseas. Motivated by political polarization, concerns over taxation, and a desire for lifestyle flexibility, a rising number of high-net-worth U.S. citizens are exploring expatriation and alternative residency or citizenship options. The article focuses on a demographic shift within U.S. […]

February 24, 2025 · by AER Editorial Staff
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How a Strong Dollar Maximizes Value for Americans Traveling Overseas

Summary: A strong U.S. dollar is fueling a surge in international travel and overseas relocation among Americans, according to a New York Times article published February 20, 2025. With favorable exchange rates boosting their purchasing power, many U.S. citizens are choosing to live, travel, or retire abroad. The article highlights how the relative strength of the U.S. […]

February 22, 2025 · by AER Editorial Staff
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Where American Citizens Live in France, by the Statistics

Summary: Newly released figures from France’s national statistics agency, Insee, show that approximately 25% of U.S.-born residents living in France reside in Paris — France’s largest city, and home to some 2.1 million inhabitants. A February 20, 2025, article from The Connexion provides insights into the distribution of Americans across France and explores factors behind their settlement patterns. […]

February 22, 2025 · by AER Editorial Staff
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U.S. Retirees Move Abroad as Domestic Costs Outpace Social Security

Summary:Rising living costs in the U.S. are prompting an increasing number of retirees to move abroad, where their Social Security benefits stretch further. A recent Business Insider article explores how Americans—especially baby boomers—are seeking out lower-cost countries like Spain and Ecuador to afford a better quality of life in retirement. The article highlights that many […]

February 22, 2025 · by AER Editorial Staff