The Journal. The Hyundai Plant Raided By Immigration Authorities
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Sep 8, 2025 Sharon Terlep, an auto industry reporter for The Wall Street Journal, dives into the recent massive immigration raid at a Hyundai plant in Georgia, highlighting its historical significance. She discusses how the raid, affecting around 475 individuals, reveals the clash between strict immigration policies and efforts to rebuild U.S. manufacturing. Terlep explains the implications for local jobs, foreign investments, and the manufacturing sector's future amid regulatory changes. The conversation raises questions about balancing economic growth with immigration enforcement.
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Factory As A Political Symbol
- The Hyundai site is a sprawling, city-like complex blending auto and battery plans under construction.
- Its scale makes it highly visible and politically symbolic for U.S. manufacturing policy.
Rural Town Meets High-Tech Plant
- Sharon describes the rural town of Ellabell and the plant's new, modern presence.
- The contrast between the small town and the massive complex highlights the plant's local impact.
Integrated Auto And Battery Ambition
- The complex couples Hyundai's auto know-how with LG's battery expertise to produce EVs now and batteries later.
- Georgia expects the site to employ thousands and produce up to half a million vehicles annually.