Trump Administration Pauses Biden-Era Farmworker Rule
The Trump administration pauses the enforcement of a Biden-era farmworker rule, labeling it as 'burdensome.' This decision aligns with Trump’s commitment to strict immigration law enforcement and provides clarity for farmers using the H-2A program, according to the U.S. Labor Department.
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The Trump administration has announced a suspension of a farmworker rule implemented under former President Joe Biden, deeming it as onerous. The U.S. Labor Department confirmed the decision on Friday, highlighting the rule's perceived burden on American farmers.
This move aims to offer much-needed clarity for the nation's agricultural community, particularly those navigating the complex landscape of the H-2A guest worker program. According to the department's statement, the suspension is part of a broader strategy under President Trump to reinforce existing U.S. immigration laws stringently.
The action marks yet another instance of divergence from the previous administration's policies, reflecting Trump's broader agenda of reshaping federal regulations concerning labor and immigration.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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