Federal agents conducted a major immigration raid at the Ambiance Apparel factory in Los Angeles, detaining many workers, including Carlos' brother, Jose. This operation is part of a broader strategy under the Trump administration aimed at enforcing a robust deportation program across Southern California. Despite the administration's intent to reduce illegal competition in the labor market through such raids, research indicates they often do not lead to increased wages and do not significantly change hiring practices among employers who remain unlikely to use immigration verification methods like E-Verify.
Carlos, who was pulled from deep sleep by frantic phone calls, arrived to find his brother Jose in chains, detained by ICE agents alongside other workers.
Federal immigration raids, such as the one at Ambiance Apparel, are designed to target illegal competition in the labor market but studies show they have little impact on raising wages.
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