The Trump administration has directed border enforcement officers to raid migrant communities and workplaces across the US, as part of a crackdown on undocumented workers.
Intensified immigration raids across the US have led to widespread fear among undocumented farmworkers, with many avoiding work. Rights groups report a surge in distress calls and distribute legal guidance. Economists warn mass deportations could cause severe labour shortages, especially in agriculture, meatpacking, and dairy. Over 40% of US farmworkers are undocumented, making their removal a major economic threat. Food prices could rise by 5-6% annually, worsening inflation. Experts say such disruptions could trigger a recession, affecting both businesses and consumers nationwide.
Al Jazeera’s Rob Reynolds reports from Taft in California.
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