>what would stop them from operating the plant with labor from the same illegal pool? The agreement that if they are allowed to continue, they would pay fines,

>what would stop them from operating the plant with labor from the same illegal pool? The agreement that if they are allowed to continue, they would pay fines, or agree to hire x amount of American workforce or contribute in other ways monetarily. A.k.a actual negotiation where everyone wins. > If Hyundai is allowed to employ illegal immigrants in that way, what precedent does that set for other similar plants? Come to America, build plants however you want, hire American workers, everyone wins. >why shouldn't locals be upset? They can be upset all they want. Just don't be surprised when economy keeps on tanking and then finding out that Trump administration DGAF about you, just like the soybean farmers that all voted MAGA who are getting royally screwed by the trade war