Foreign Guest Workers

US Election 2024

Trump’s Immigration Hypocrisy: Exploiting Workers While Demanding Deportations

Despite President-elect Trump’s hardline stance on immigration, his businesses hired a record number of foreign guest workers in 2024, a figure nearly double that of a decade prior. This includes various Trump properties and companies linked to his key supporters and appointees, utilizing the H-2B visa program for temporary positions. Critics argue this undermines American workers’ bargaining power, while Trump’s administration has indicated interest in restricting similar programs in the future. This stark contrast highlights a tension between stated policy and actual practice within the Trump administration.

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John Q. Hosedrinker
US Election 2024

Trump’s “Hire American” Pledge: Hypocrisy or Reality?

Despite President-elect Trump’s campaign promise to prioritize American workers, his businesses have significantly increased their reliance on foreign guest workers, with 209 approvals this year alone—nearly double the number a decade ago. This surge in H-2B visa usage, across various Trump properties and businesses linked to his administration picks, contrasts sharply with some of his allies’ calls to curtail such programs. While some argue these programs are necessary to fill seasonal jobs, others contend they undermine American workers’ bargaining power. The Trump Organization’s actions highlight a disconnect between stated policy and business practices.

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John Q. Hosedrinker

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