Trump’s deportations on a collision course with California’s economy

The United States has a contradictory relationship with undocumented workers, relying on them for essential industries like agriculture and construction while also facing xenophobic sentiments from politicians and voters. President-elect Donald Trump’s promise to deport immigrants could have severe economic repercussions, especially in California where many farmworkers are undocumented. Farmers like Joe Del Bosque emphasize the importance of immigrant workers and the need for immigration reform to support essential labor. The country’s broken immigration system allows employers to hire undocumented workers, with few consequences, highlighting the necessity for change and the challenges faced by both workers and employers in this complex issue.

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