New survey reveals fears of US farm workers amid Trump’s immigration raids
Summary
A new survey shows that many US farm workers, especially those without legal immigration status, fear deportation due to increased immigration raids under President Donald Trump’s administration. These fears affect their daily lives, including their work, healthcare, and family security, with many hoping for legal protections and a path to citizenship.Key Facts
- The survey included 2,250 farm workers, mostly undocumented, conducted by the United Farm Workers Foundation.
- 92% said immigration raids and deportations have affected their jobs.
- 90% worry about being separated from their families.
- 61% are shopping less, and 29% avoid medical care because they fear immigration enforcement.
- 80% have lived in the US more than 10 years; 41% for over 20 years.
- Most US farm workers are Hispanic (73%), with 66% being noncitizen immigrants and 47% lacking work authorization.
- 76% want protection from deportation; 53% hope for a way to get legal status and citizenship.
- Many cannot visit family abroad due to their immigration status; 87% would visit if immigration reform passed.
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