August 11, 2007

Feds go after illegal workers: Firms face fines if they ignore warnings about false Social Security numbers

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Feds go after illegal workers: Firms face fines if they ignore warnings about false Social Security numbers. The Atlanta Journal Constitution
Written by Eunice Moscoso

By Eunice Moscoso Cox Washington Bureau Published on: 08/11/07

Washington —- The Bush administration on Friday announced a broad crackdown on illegal immigration, including increased fines or criminal prosecution for companies that hire illegal workers. The rules drew heavy criticism from immigrant advocates, labor unions and business groups. But they received cautious praise from conservatives, who have long advocated using existing laws to crack down on undocumented border …[Read More…from Jerry’s site….thanks Jerry!]