Immigrant Workers in the U.S. Horse Racing Industry

SOURCE www.npr.org
The horse racing industry in the U.S. heavily relies on immigrant workers, both with and without legal status, to care for and train horses. With potential crackdowns on immigration enforcement, there are concerns about workforce shortages and the impact on the industry.

Key Points

  • Horse racing industry heavily relies on immigrant workers for its operations.
  • The industry faces concerns about potential immigration enforcement actions affecting its workforce.
  • Various programs that afforded legal status to workers have been curtailed by the administration.
  • Employers and industry representatives are preparing for possible encounters with immigration officials.

Pros

  • Horse racing industry generates billions of dollars and supports many jobs in the U.S.
  • Immigrant workers play a crucial role in caring for and training horses in the industry.

Cons

  • Potential crackdown on immigration enforcement could lead to workforce shortages.
  • Concerns about the living and working conditions of immigrant workers in the industry.