Union President Responds to 'Worst-Of-The-Worst' Immigrant Claims

TPS Designation and US Law

• ⚖️ US law allows for TPS designation for nationals of countries facing serious threats to personal safety due to ongoing armed conflict.
• ⚠️ The hypocrisy of revoking TPS for South Sudan, despite ongoing armed conflict and a Level 4 travel advisory, is highlighted.
• 💔 The Trump administration's revocation of TPS for Venezuelans is contrasted with escalating actions that could lead to war with their home country.

Eligibility and Background Checks for TPS Holders

• 🔍 To be eligible for TPS, individuals must not only be from designated countries but also pass strict criminal background checks and be re-vetted every 18 months.
• 🚫 The idea that TPS holders who pay taxes and work legally are the 'worst of the worst' is strongly refuted.

Impact of Raids and Fear on Construction Projects

• 🏗️ ICE and CBP raids have led to the apprehension of individuals with legal status and the shutdown of construction sites.
• 😨 People with legal status are afraid to go to work, impacting active projects in growing areas like the Research Triangle of North Carolina.
• 📉 The fear and targeting of TPS recipients create a larger worker shortage in the construction industry, affecting skilled and vetted workers.

Employer Concerns and Workforce Future

• 🤝 Employers who directly employ TPS recipients are concerned about the future workforce, with many having previously supported the current president and other politicians.
• 💼 The effects on construction and infrastructure projects are dramatic, with employers questioning where they will find a workforce in the future.