Most unauthorized immigrants in the U.S. did not actually cross the border illegally, but rather they are

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According to the Pew Research Center, approximately two-thirds of unauthorized immigrants in the U.S. are individuals who entered the country legally but have overstayed their visas or otherwise violated the terms of their admission. Therefore, choice D is the correct answer. Choice A is not accurate as individuals who return to the U.S. after deportation would still be considered to have crossed the border illegally. Choice B only applies to a minority of unauthorized immigrants, as many are able to evade detection at the border. Choice C may apply to some individuals, but it is not the main reason for unauthorized status.

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