Trump Urges Foreign Investment, Worker Training After Korean ICE Arrests

President Donald Trump emphasized that foreign workers sent to the U.S. are welcome and that he does not want to discourage foreign investment, especially after the large-scale immigration raid that detained hundreds of South Korean workers at a Hyundai-LG battery plant construction site in Georgia. Trump urged foreign companies to bring their expert personnel temporarily to train American workers in manufacturing complex products like semiconductors, ships, and high-tech machinery, asserting that this knowledge transfer is crucial for the U.S. to rebuild its manufacturing base and achieve industrial independence. He clarified that these foreign experts would eventually return to their home countries after transferring their expertise, which Trump sees as essential to attracting and maintaining large investments. The detention of South Korean workers caused alarm and criticism, including from South Korea's president, who warned it could harm future investment. Despite these concerns, Trump reiterated his administration's stance that welcoming foreign skilled workers is necessary to relearn advanced manufacturing skills and restore American industrial strength. His message aims to reassure foreign investors and support sustainable technology and manufacturing growth in the U.S.