Were hundreds of Korean autoworkers wrongly detained in a shocking raid? A large-scale Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operation recently targeted a Hyundai plant in Georgia. Authorities arrested 475 individuals during the operation, sparking international concern.
South Korea has swiftly condemned the raids and pledged full support for its citizens detained by ICE. Seoul vowed "all-out efforts" to assist the affected workers and address the situation. This action highlights growing tensions between the two nations.
The arrests have ignited anger in Seoul, particularly after former President Trump referred to the detained workers as "illegal aliens." ICE maintains the operation targeted individuals with immigration violations, but the scale and timing have raised questions.
The incident underscores the complexities of immigration enforcement and its impact on international relations. Investigations are ongoing, and the future implications for Hyundai's operations and US-South Korea relations remain uncertain.
