Battery

White House Response Sparks Tensions: Immigration Raid on Hyundai Battery Plant Leads to Calls for Fair Hiring Practices

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BRYAN COUNTY, Ga. — The recent immigration enforcement operation at the HL-GA Battery Company facility within the Hyundai Megasite has captured national attention, with the White House weighing in on the implications of the raid. Last week, Homeland Security Investigations reported that law enforcement took 475 individuals into custody, the majority of whom are believed to be South Korean nationals. In response, President Donald Trump took to his Truth Social platform to urge foreign corporations to adhere to U.S. immigration laws. He emphasized that while foreign investments are welcomed, these companies must legally bring qualified … Read more

Legal Controversy Erupts as ICE Detains 475 Workers at Hyundai’s $4.3 Billion EV Battery Plant in Georgia

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Ellabell, Georgia — A significant raid conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on September 4 resulted in the detention of 475 workers at a sprawling electric vehicle battery plant under construction. Among those detained, approximately 300 were South Korean nationals, prompting legal challenges and raising questions about the enforcement tactics used by ICE. An Atlanta-based attorney, Charles H. Kuck, who represents a group of South Korean workers and others affected by the operation, claims that ICE violated federal law by detaining individuals who possessed the necessary visas for their work. Kuck noted that … Read more

Douglas County Man Found Guilty of Incest and Battery: Victim’s Courage Shines in Courtroom Testimony

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DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ga. — A jury in Douglas County on August 22 convicted 52-year-old Kerry Senior of incest and simple battery, following allegations involving a family member. District Attorney Dalia Racine commended the victim for her courage in coming forward, emphasizing the importance of addressing predatory actions. The case emerged from a distressing incident reported on June 15, 2022, when officers from the Douglasville Police Department responded to claims of sexual assault. The victim testified that Senior, a relative, entered her bedroom, exposed himself, and engaged in inappropriate touching. During the trial, the victim also … Read more

Settlement Reached in Fox Sports Lawsuit: Hairstylist Dismisses Sexual Battery Claims, Pursues Class Action for Wage Violations

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ARLINGTON, Texas — A lawsuit involving Fox Sports has reached a settlement after a hairstylist accused former host Skip Bayless and former network executive Charlie Dixon of making unwanted sexual advances. Noushin Faraji filed the lawsuit earlier this year, asserting serious allegations against both men—claims now being addressed in a class action regarding wage violations. The settlement comes as Faraji has agreed to dismiss claims related to sexual battery, a hostile work environment, and retaliation. According to her legal representatives, they will proceed with a broader class action to address alleged failures to pay minimum … Read more