South Texas Republican builders warn of voter backlash in November if aggressive ICE tactics continue
· KRGV (NBC 5)
Leaders from the South Texas construction industry have issued a warning to lawmakers regarding aggressive ICE tactics, stating that failure to address the mass deportation of workers could lead to significant voter backlash in the upcoming November elections. During a recent meeting organized by the South Texas Builders Association, industry representatives highlighted the negative impact of ICE enforcement on labor availability and construction timelines. They called for worker protections, including legal work permits for immigrants. Local congressional representatives, including Democrats Henry Cuellar and Vicente Gonzalez, expressed support for limiting ICE operations, while Republican Monica De La Cruz has faced scrutiny for her past votes on immigration funding.
AI summary · Source: KRGV (NBC 5) →
