Why were South Koreans detained in USA?

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South Koreans were detained in the USA during a large-scale immigration raid at a Hyundai-LG battery plant in Georgia. The majority were held for entering the country illegally, overstaying visas, or lacking work authorization. The operation was part of a criminal investigation into illegal hiring practices.

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South Korean workers detained in U.S. raid in Georgia to be released

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Over 300 South Korean workers detained in a Georgia immigration raid will be released and sent home. 6s
The release follows negotiations between South Korea and the United States. 11s
A total of 475 people were detained in the largest single-site immigration raid in U.S. history. 23s
The raid targeted a battery plant under construction and was part of a long-term investigation into illegal hiring. 32s
The operation is part of a broader U.S. crackdown on immigration, involving a key ally. 49s

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South Korean workers detained in U.S. raid in Georgia to be released

Euronews

1 day ago

South Korean workers detained in U.S. raid in Georgia to be released

475 people, including over 300 South Koreans, were detained in a raid described as the largest single-site operation, part of a long-term criminal investigation into illegal hiring practices.

South Korea vows support to those arrested in U.S. immigration raid

Reuters

1 day ago

South Korea vows support to those arrested in U.S. immigration raid

Three hundred Koreans were arrested in Thursday's raid at a Hyundai Motor car battery facility, the largest single-site enforcement operation in U.S. Department of Homeland Security history.