Maybe this is what the Chamber of Commerce had in mind for those 'guest workers'??
...In a federal affidavit, IRS Special Agent Nicholas Worsham said the
family-run plant is under criminal investigation for allegedly evading
taxes, filing false tax returns and hiring immigrants in the country
illegally.
He alleged the facility failed to report $8.4 million in
wages and to pay at least $2.5 million in payroll taxes for dozens of
undocumented workers.
Federal agents began investigating the company months ago
after Citizens Bank employees noticed that Southeastern Provision was
withdrawing large sums of cash every week - more than $25 million since
2008. Worsham said the plant hired undocumented workers who were paid in
cash and subject to harsh conditions, including long hours without
overtime and exposure to bleach and other chemicals without protective
eyewear...
Ah, yes. "Creative Destruction" at its finest.
This is one out of many reasons why I oppose illegal immigration. Without proper documentation and status, they are vulnerable to being exploited.
ReplyDeleteAlso, if the Feds want to mean business on cracking down on illegal immigration, going after businesses who knowingly hire them will help immensely.