What was one result of nativists fears of the new immigrants?

One result of nativist fears of new immigrants was the rise of restrictive Immigration laws in the United States, such as the Immigration Act of 1924. These laws aimed to limit the number of immigrants from certain countries, particularly those deemed "undesirable," and favored immigrants from Northern and Western Europe. This reflected a broader sentiment of xenophobia and a desire to preserve a perceived national identity, which often marginalized immigrants from Southern and Eastern Europe, as well as other regions.