In response to concerns from various industries reliant on seasonal workers, the Trump administration finally announced the continuation of H-2B visas, easing fears among resort managers, plant nurseries, and racetracks. Delayed visa releases threatened operational plans for the summer, prompting industry lobbyists to engage lawmakers and even fundraise for relief. This situation highlights broader worries about Trump's stance on immigration, especially given the crackdown on deportations and legal statuses, which could ultimately strain labor supplies even further for these businesses.
Industry lobbyists got members of Congress to reach out on their behalf, put on a fund-raiser at Mar-a-Lago and sent a letter urging the administration to continue issuing the visas.
We all get backed up, said Greg Chiecko, the president of the Outdoor Amusement Business Association, which represents traveling carnival producers.
The anxiety reflected a deep uncertainty about where President Trump is headed on legal immigration programs, both temporary and permanent.
The Trump administration had yet to release a batch of H-2B visas those available for seasonal businesses that often can't find enough workers domestically to fulfill demand.
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