The NPR Politics Podcast Are Trump’s Immigration And Manufacturing Goals At Odds?
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Sep 10, 2025 A recent immigration raid at a Hyundai factory in Georgia detained nearly 500 workers, raising questions about immigration enforcement and its effects on American manufacturing. The clash between foreign investment and immigration policies highlights the challenges faced by political leaders, especially in red states. Discussions reveal the potential consequences of such raids on local industries, as well as the broader implications for Trump's manufacturing goals. The complexities of tariffs and their impact on voter sentiment are also examined in light of upcoming elections.
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Massive Hyundai Site Raid
- Hundreds of law enforcement agents raided the Hyundai EV construction site near Savannah and detained more than 470 people.
- The majority were South Korean nationals brought in to help the South Korean company build the factory.
Diplomatic Fallout Threatens Investment
- The raid created a diplomatic and investment headache between the U.S. and South Korea.
- It risks undermining future foreign investment and delays projects that would create American jobs.
Bipartisan Forces Behind EV Investment
- Georgia recruited significant foreign investment, including Korean EV projects, aided by both state GOP outreach and federal green-energy funding.
- That mix creates tension where both parties claim credit for jobs and investments.