A new report suggests the Trump Administration could be shifting its stance on immigration enforcement in agriculture.
The Washington Post reports the Administration’s reversal of prior plans to exclude farm workers from the deportation process.
The report cites unnamed sources within Homeland Security, who say farms, hotels, and restaurants will again be targets for inspection. DHS Spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin released a statement saying there will be “no safe spaces” for employers hiring undocumented workers, calling the raids essential for public safety and labor stability.
This comes following comments from the President last week supporting the longtime farm and hospitality workers.
Related Stories
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer says the labor program will now be fully under her department, and consolidation will make the program more affordable and efficient for farmers and ranchers.
“Where I think it’s headed is to a solution... the agricultural industry needs and has needed for a long time.”
