ICE Arrests Threaten to Increase Meat Prices in the U.S., Packing Groups Warn
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
Meatpacking groups in the U.S. are raising alarms over recent ICE immigration raids in Texas, Kansas, and Oklahoma, which have led to employee absences and operational disruptions. The Texas Cattle Feeders Association, Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association, and Kansas Livestock Association reported delays in shipping thousands of cattle, resulting in millions in lost revenue. With beef prices already at historic highs due to a shrinking national herd, these disruptions could further inflate costs for consumers. Community members in Kansas are also feeling the impact, as increased federal immigration presence has led to heightened fear and absenteeism in local businesses.
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