How did nativists reacted to immigration in the late 1800 by?

In the late 1800s, nativists reacted to Immigration with significant hostility and opposition. They viewed immigrants, particularly those from Southern and Eastern Europe, as a threat to American culture, jobs, and social stability. Nativist groups advocated for restrictive immigration policies, promoting xenophobic sentiments and often blaming immigrants for economic troubles and social issues. This led to the enactment of laws like the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 and the Immigration Act of 1924, which aimed to limit immigration from certain countries.