Trump, farmers and illegal immigration
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Trump said he'd been told his immigration policies were "taking very good, long time workers away from" farmers and the hospitality industry.
The president signaled an opening to protect migrant workers in agriculture and hospitality, in statements an official said sought to soothe industry leaders.
The Trump administration announced Wednesday that it was making immediate changes to green card applications, stating a previous policy introduced just over a year ago could threaten public health. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) stated that it was making it a requirement that every new permanent residency application require a renewed medical examination form,
The president's comments drew praise from Arizona agriculture and hospitality leaders who have long complained about chronic labor shortages.
Some companies have said the administration's deportation efforts have contributed to a decline in their customers' spending, particularly among Hispanic consumers. The White House may adjust immigration policies in response to employer concerns in some industries, according to President Donald Trump.
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A post by President Donald Trump on social media about farmworkers and hospitality workers prompted a response from California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who called it a "major win" regarding immigration policy.
As President Trump's intensified crackdown on illegal immigration continues, anxiety is mounting among communities potentially targeted by ICE raids. Although no confirmed raids have occurred in Shasta County or nearby areas,
President Trump, in a social media post on Thursday, appeared to acknowledge his immigration crackdown was having negative repercussions for some businesses.