Home Depot keeps quiet on immigration raids outside its doors
Summary
Immigration agents are conducting raids targeting day laborers near Home Depot locations, and the company has not actively commented on the incidents. Home Depot states that it follows all laws but is not involved in the planning or notification of these enforcement activities. The raids have led to concerns and critiques from advocates for day laborers, as well as incidents such as a fatality during a raid.Key Facts
- Immigration agents arrested day laborers outside a Home Depot in Los Angeles.
- Home Depot has not publicly addressed the raids during its earnings calls or responded to inquiries about a related fatality.
- The company stated it instructs employees to report suspected immigration activities and not get involved for safety reasons.
- Home Depot is not informed about or involved in planning immigration raids, according to both the company and the Department of Homeland Security.
- Day laborers often gather near Home Depot locations looking for work, as contractors frequently hire them for their services.
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