ICE Raid Halts Georgia EV Battery Plant | JQJO

A massive ICE raid at a Georgia factory under construction for Hyundai and Kia electric vehicle batteries resulted in the detention of hundreds of workers. At least 450, possibly as many as 560, were arrested, including approximately 300 South Korean nationals. The raid, halting construction, caused a setback for the $4.3 billion joint venture between LG Energy Solution and Hyundai Motor. The South Korean government expressed concern over the impact on its citizens and investments. The raid highlights the Trump administration's immigration policies and their disruptive effects on businesses, even amidst efforts to attract foreign investment. Similar ICE raids occurred in New York, sparking outrage from state officials.