The Journal. "I'm Thinking I'm 100% Legal." Then ICE Raided His Company.
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Jun 26, 2025 
Gary Rohwer, owner of Glenn Valley Foods, shares insights on the impact of Trump-era immigration policies on his Nebraska meatpacking company. He discusses the chaos following an ICE raid, emphasizing the crucial role of immigrant workers in his business. Rohwer explains the complexities of the E-Verify system and the emotional turmoil faced by employees. He also tackles the broader implications of labor shortages in the industry and how government policies create challenges in hiring, leaving listeners with thought-provoking questions about immigration and workforce dynamics.
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ICE Raid Chaos at Glen Valley
- ICE agents stormed Glen Valley Foods, arresting workers and causing chaos with people hiding and crying.
- Gary Rohwer was deeply affected, nearly crying seeing mothers handcuffed and taken away.
Limits of E-Verify System
- E-Verify system often fails to detect fraudulent documents, leaving companies vulnerable.
- The government maintains it has high accuracy, but employers bear responsibility to verify documents appear genuine.
Hiring Challenges Post-Raid
- After the raid, Gary received over 110 job applications mainly from immigrants; only a few were non-immigrants.
- Despite issues, government still advises to continue relying on E-Verify for hiring workers.