Trump Administration Turns to Migrant Workers for Farm Labor
Mar 15, 2026 · Mexico

The Trump administration has modified the H-2A visa program in response to agricultural labor shortages. Changes include adjusting wage calculations that lower hourly rates by $1-$7 depending on state and allowing housing to count as worker compensation. Labor unions and some immigration advocates have opposed the changes, citing concerns about potential displacement of American workers and wage suppression.
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