Report: Trump Administration's Immigration Policies Exacerbated Aviation Worker Shortages
The US aviation industry is grappling with significant worker shortages, particularly in ground support roles. A new report from the Immigration Research Initiative links this labor crisis to restrictive immigration policies enacted during the Trump administration. These policies reduced the pool of available immigrant workers, who traditionally fill many airport jobs like baggage handlers and cleaners. This staffing deficit is a contributing factor to ongoing operational disruptions, including flight delays and cancellations across the country. The long-term effects of the crackdown continue to impact the industry's ability to meet post-pandemic travel demand.
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