Social media firestorm erupts after massive Georgia immigration raid: 'Taking bold action'

The raid, about 20 miles outside of Savannah, was part of a long-term investigation and is one of many notable worksite operations that have occurred amid the Trump administration's immigration crackdown. Hyundai officials said they do not believe any of their direct employees were arrested but said it would "comply with all laws and regulations." 

LG Energy Solution, which also plays a role in the plant, also said it will work with authorities.

Some took aim at the fact that the factory was touted by former President Joe Biden, as both Democratic and Republican politicians have hailed the project as a win for American manufacturing. The EV manufacturing part of the facility is not believed to have been impacted, but the battery factory under construction was the focus of the multi-agency effort.

"Even when Democrats pretend to be America-First, they are secretly America Last. Every. Single. Time. That is truly unbelievable," scientist Matt Van Swol posted to X.

"We as an American company with legal workers are always cut out of those mega projects, because we are too expensive. Finally this problem gets addressed," Maik Peters, CEO of Pitco Engineering, posted.

"Time to pull the licenses of these construction companies for hiring illegals," another user wrote.

Others criticized the Trump administration, as the South Korean government also expressed concerns about the operation.

"Completely incredible. Lutnick and Trump brag about getting South Korea to invest billions in the U.S., then turn around and arrest South Koreans who were here temporarily in the U.S. to help Hyundai set up a factory in Georgia. The stupidity burns," writer James Surowiecki posted.

"Reportedly, U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents have also been wrongfully detained," she posted. "This administration is actively working to instill fear and chaos within our most marginalized communities. Due process is not optional, it is the law. The administration needs to follow it and abide by the constitutional rights of every worker affected."

"That's no longer the case under President Trump and Operation Take Back America. I applaud the Trump Administration and our brave law enforcement officers for taking bold action to put American workers first and protect our communities from the scourge of illegal immigration," Carter wrote. 

"For anyone who thinks they can take jobs from hardworking Americans and give them to illegal immigrants, take note: not under Donald Trump's watch."