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Mass deportations would hurt families and Texas' construction industry, many say

NPR

By Julian Aguilar

Published November 22, 2024 at 4:06 PM EST

The migrant workforce is vital to construction across Texas. Now, the industry is bracing for Trump's expected crackdown on illegal immigration, including plans to carry out mass deportations.

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