Summary
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents arrested 475 people, including many South Korean nationals, at an electric vehicle battery plant in Georgia. This has caused tension between the United States and South Korea. South Korea's foreign minister is considering a visit to the U.S. to address the situation.
Key Facts
- ICE arrested 475 individuals at a Hyundai Motor Group and LG Energy Solution plant in Georgia.
- Most of those arrested were South Korean nationals.
- The plant is involved in producing electric vehicle batteries.
- The raid is described as the largest single-site enforcement operation by Homeland Security Investigations.
- The arrests have caused concern in South Korea, leading to potential diplomatic discussions.
- Hyundai stated that those detained were not directly employed by the company.
- The raid raised questions about U.S. immigration policy and employment practices.
