Updates on Immigration Enforcement in the Agricultural Sector: What Employers Should Know

The Trump administration issued statements late last week (Thursday June 12th) that suggested a pause on immigration raids targeting the agricultural industry, including meat packing plants. In a rapid reversal, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has stated that immigration raids would be continuing in the agricultural industry. Based on reports, the prior pause instructions were reversed in a conference call (Monday, June 16th) with the DHS and field office supervisors.