President Trump's efforts to attract foreign investment in US manufacturing are clashing with his immigration crackdown. A recent raid on a Hyundai plant in Georgia, detaining over 300 South Korean workers, has sparked a diplomatic crisis. South Korea warns that this could deter future investment, jeopardizing Trump's economic agenda. The incident highlights the conflict between attracting foreign investment and enforcing strict immigration laws. Experts criticize the raid as 'performative,' suggesting visa system reform is needed to streamline the process for skilled foreign workers crucial to setting up new factories.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.