Hyundai Plant ICE Arrests: 450 People Taken into Custody in Georgia

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Immigration Raid at Hyundai Facility in Georgia

What happened: U.S. immigration authorities raided a Hyundai manufacturing site in Ellabell, Georgia, arresting at least 450 people.
Reason for the raid: the raid is ‍part of an ongoing criminal investigation into alleged unlawful employment practices and other federal crimes. Officials ⁢state the goal is to protect jobs for legal workers, ensure fair competition, and prevent worker exploitation.
Hyundai’s response: Hyundai states they are monitoring the situation and, as of now, believe none of those detained are directly employed by Hyundai Motor Company.
South Korea’s response: South Korea’s foreign⁣ ministry has expressed concerns and regret to the U.S. regarding‍ the raid on a Hyundai-LG battery plant, seeking assurance that the rights of its citizens are protected.
* Location: The facility is approximately 30 miles west of Savannah, Georgia.