Trump Administration Takes Steps to Address Investment Worries Following Hyundai Immigration Raid
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Sep 16 2025
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Source: CNBC
Immigration Raid Impact: A recent immigration raid at a South Korean-owned battery plant in Georgia resulted in the arrest of 475 workers, raising concerns about foreign investment in the U.S. and prompting backlash from South Korea.
U.S. Government Response: The White House is attempting to mitigate the fallout by emphasizing that foreign workers are welcome, while U.S. diplomats expressed regret and proposed measures to strengthen bilateral relations, including a new visa working group for South Korean workers.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
