The Journal podcast discusses the impact of potential changes to humanitarian parole programs on Mills Manufacturing, a U.S. company that makes parachutes for the military. Mills relies on a diverse workforce, including immigrants on humanitarian parole, to meet production demands. A recent Supreme Court decision has put the legal status of many of these workers at risk, causing anxiety among employees and employers. The potential loss of these workers could significantly impact Mills' ability to produce parachutes and fulfill its contracts with the military, as training new workers is a lengthy process. The episode also highlights the broader implications of the policy change for other employers across the country who rely on workers with humanitarian parole status, as well as the personal stories of those, like William Gonzalez, who face an uncertain future.
