Trump reacts to major ICE raid at Hyundai plant

President Donald Trump recently commented on the arrest of South Korean immigrants working illegally at a Hyundai battery plant in Georgia by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). While acknowledging the importance of enforcing immigration laws, Trump also suggested that the U.S. should consider allowing foreign experts to temporarily stay in the country to train Americans in advanced industries.

According to Homeland Security Investigations, 475 individuals, mostly South Koreans, were arrested at the battery plant. Although Hyundai claimed ownership of the site, the workers were not directly employed by the company.

Trump emphasized the need for skilled trainers in industries such as battery production, shipbuilding, and computer manufacturing. He proposed bringing in experts to train Americans who lack experience in these fields, highlighting the importance of knowledge transfer.

In a statement on Truth Social, Trump encouraged foreign companies investing in the U.S. to abide by immigration laws while assuring them of a streamlined process to bring in skilled workers. He emphasized the importance of hiring and training American workers in conjunction with foreign expertise.

The South Korean government has reached a deal with the U.S. to secure the release of the detained workers, with plans to transport them back to South Korea via a charter plane. However, South Korea expressed concerns over the recent raid, which was one of the largest workplace enforcement actions during Trump’s presidency.

Overall, Trump’s comments reflect a balancing act between enforcing immigration laws and leveraging foreign expertise to enhance American industries. The need for skilled trainers and the importance of training American workers were key points highlighted in his remarks.

The original article was written by Greg Wehner for Fox News Digital.