US EditionAs ICE Raids Intensify, How Do Employers Know if Their Workers Are Legal?
CALIFORNIA, JUN 25 – ICE workplace raids in California have led to 50% fewer vendors at some local markets, affecting immigrant-owned small businesses and raising concerns about economic impact.
- Federal immigration authorities stepped up enforcement actions in California workplaces during June 2025, including an unexpected raid at a San Diego dining establishment located in the South Park area.
- These raids follow longstanding legal requirements since 1986 for employers and employees to verify work authorization via I-9 forms amid growing enforcement pressures and recent penalties for hiring undocumented workers.
- Local Latino-owned small businesses and swap meet vendors report significant declines in attendance and sales due to fears of immigration enforcement, with some vendors paying rising fees despite fewer customers.
- Experts highlight the economic reliance on immigrant labor, noting even wage increases do not attract sufficient U.S. workers, while employment attorneys advise uniform I-9 compliance to avoid discrimination and legal risks.
- The enforcement actions and uncertain immigration status create anxiety among workers and employers alike, suggesting ongoing challenges in balancing labor needs with immigration law compliance.
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