Trump considers shielding illegal aliens working in agriculture and hotel industry from deportation

By bellecarter // 2025-06-16

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President Donald J. Trump is considering an executive order to shield illegal aliens in agriculture and the hotel industry from deportation, aiming to address labor shortages faced by these sectors.
The proposal has sparked a contentious debate, with business leaders advocating for the protection of reliable workers and Trump's America First supporters opposing any form of amnesty, viewing it as a betrayal.
The move marks a shift from Trump's previous strict immigration policies, reflecting a more pragmatic approach to address economic realities. However, it poses a political risk by potentially alienating his voter base.
The U.S. agriculture and hospitality sectors heavily depend on undocumented labor, with significant portions of their workforce being undocumented. These workers are valued for their reliability but remain vulnerable to exploitation and deportation.
Trump's potential amnesty move underscores the challenge of reconciling economic demands with political expectations. The outcome will significantly impact workers, employers and families across the United States, shaping the future of immigration policy.

President Donald J. Trump has signaled a potential executive order to protect illegal aliens working in agriculture and the hotel industry from deportation. This move has ignited a fierce debate, pitting the interests of business leaders against the expectations of his staunch America First supporters. The announcement, made on June 12 on Truth Social and in press comments, has raised questions about the future of immigration policy and the political ramifications for the Trump administration. In a post on Truth Social, Trump acknowledged the concerns of farmers and hotel industry leaders who argue that aggressive immigration policies are depriving them of reliable, long-term workers. "Our great Farmers and people in the Hotel and Leisure business have been stating that our very aggressive policy on immigration is taking very good, long-time workers away from them," Trump wrote. "This is not good. We must protect our Farmers, but get the CRIMINALS OUT OF THE USA. Changes are coming!" The announcement has sparked backlash from people supporting mass deportations. They argue that employers who rely on illegal labor should not be rewarded with amnesty. "Bosses' hunger for cheap, illegal workers has been one of the primary pull factors for illegal aliens," said one critic. "They should not be rewarded by having their illegal labor forces regularized." (Related: Trump administration expands deportation strategy with global partnerships.) This potential policy shift marks a departure from Trump's previous rhetoric and actions on immigration. During his first term, Trump implemented strict immigration policies, including the separation of families at the border and the "Remain in Mexico" policy. His administration also sought to limit legal immigration and increase deportations. The new proposal, however, suggests a more pragmatic approach, recognizing the economic realities faced by certain industries. The U.S. agriculture and hospitality sectors have long relied on immigrant labor, much of it undocumented. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, about 40 percent of U.S. crop farmworkers are undocumented. The American Immigration Council estimates that in 2023, about 1.1 million undocumented people worked in the hospitality industry, accounting for 7.6 percent of the workforce. These workers are often praised for their reliability and work ethic, but their legal status leaves them vulnerable to exploitation and deportation. During a Cabinet meeting in April, Trump suggested that undocumented workers could leave the country and return legally if their employers vouched for them. "A farmer will come in with a letter concerning certain people, saying they're great, they're working hard," Trump said. "We're going to slow it down a little bit for them and then we're going to ultimately bring them back. They'll go out. They're going to come back as legal workers."

A calculated risk for Trump

The potential amnesty move is a calculated risk for Trump. On one hand, it could appeal to business leaders and moderate voters who prioritize economic stability. On the other hand, it risks alienating his base, who view any form of amnesty as a betrayal. "We now want to secure the undocumented workers because we don't want to lose them," said Artemio Muniz, an attorney and coalition rally participant. "If we do, we see an increase in costs." White House spokesman Kush Desai emphasized the administration's commitment to securing the border and enforcing immigration laws. "The Trump administration is committed to delivering on the mandate that the American people gave to President Trump," Desai said. "We will continue to pursue a whole-of-government approach to secure our borders, enforce our immigration laws, mass deport criminal illegal migrants and put America First." As Trump navigates the complexities of immigration policy, his potential amnesty move highlights the delicate balance between economic needs and political realities. The debate over this issue will continue to shape the political landscape and test the resolve of the Trump administration. The outcome will have far-reaching implications for millions of workers, employers and families across the United States. Watch the video below where White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt blasts former President Joe Biden's "reckless" immigration policies. This video is from the NewsClips channel on Brighteon.com.

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A calculated risk for Trump

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