Border Gangs, Labor Shortages & The Truth About U.S. Immigration

Sarah Ahrendt is a former ICU and neuro-renal nurse who transitioned into the construction industry in 2014. Now a leader in construction, she is dedicated to transparency, education, and building high-functioning teams. With firsthand experience in the labor shortages affecting U.S. businesses, Sarah shares personal insights on the critical role of immigrant labor in sustaining industries and the economic consequences of restrictive immigration policies.

In this compelling episode of The Humanity of Fame, host Callie and guest Sarah Ahrendt dive into the intersection of immigration, labor shortages, and the U.S. economy. With construction, agriculture, and hospitality relying heavily on undocumented workers, Sarah discusses why immigration reform is a necessity, not a political debate. The conversation also uncovers the hidden struggles of migrant workers, the business challenges caused by outdated immigration policies, and the staggering economic impact of deporting millions of undocumented workers.

Key Topics:

• The Labor Crisis: Why the U.S. workforce is shrinking, and how industries like construction, hospitality, and agriculture depend on migrant labor.
• The Construction Industry’s Dependence on Immigrants: Why 90-95% of roofing labor in certain states consists of undocumented workers.
• Border Crossings & Criminal Exploitation: How gangs profit from illegal immigration through smuggling, ransom, and forced drug trafficking.
• The Reality of Deportation: The financial and logistical nightmare that mass deportation would create for businesses, homeowners, and the economy.
• The Need for a Legal Pathway: How immigration reform could eliminate black-market labor practices, improve wages, and boost economic growth.

Potential Listener Questions:

1. How does immigrant labor support essential industries like construction and agriculture?
2. What are the hidden consequences of deporting millions of undocumented workers?
3. Why do gangs control border crossings, and how does this exploitation impact migrants?
4. What steps can policymakers take to create a functional immigration system?

References and Links:

• Connect with Sarah Ahrendt & her company: Ardmor Construction
• Follow Sarah on Instagram: @Sarah_Ahrendt

Final Thoughts:

Sarah leaves us with a crucial message: America’s economy cannot function without immigration reform. The labor shortage is real, and businesses need a workforce to survive. The solution? A legal pathway that benefits both workers and the economy while securing the border from criminal exploitation.

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