The country where the left (not the far right) made hardline immigration laws

Denmark, typically seen as liberal and open, has shifted to become a pioneer in strict migration policies, led surprisingly by center-left politicians. The country's focus on asylum-seekers and economic migrants has sparked a debate across Europe. Meanwhile, Spain, under its center-left government, is pursuing a different path, aiming to legalize nearly a million undocumented workers to address labor shortages and boost economic growth. The blurring of traditional political labels in immigration policy highlights the complex challenges and varying approaches adopted by European countries.