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Chaos at Hyundai: Jobs and Immigration Raids
This chapter explores the upheaval at the Hyundai factory in Savannah, Georgia, where an immigration raid by federal agents led to the detention of hundreds of predominantly South Korean workers. It examines the implications of this crackdown on U.S.-South Korea economic relations while highlighting the emotional turmoil faced by families amidst the chaos. The discussion raises critical questions about the future of American manufacturing and the challenges of balancing corporate needs with immigration laws.
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