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ICE agents are terrorizing CA farm workers with random stops and abductions. We’re working around the clock helping workers, documenting civil rights violations and sharing know your rights information in the fields. Please donate. act.seiu.org/a/raidsfall26?m…
A workers' hand holding up a "red card with a UFW eagle" in front of a pomegranate tree with the text overlay: Farmworkers terrified as they’re targeted by ICE. Donate to help fight back. The red card says: I do not wish to speak with you, answer your questions, or sign or hand you any documents based on my 5th Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. I do not give you permission to enter my home based on my 4th Amendment rights under the United States Constitution unless you have a warrant to enter, signed by a judge or magistrate with my name on it that you slide under the door I do not give you permission to search any of my belongings based on my 4th Amendment rights. I choose to exercise my constitutional rights. cards are available to citizens and noncitizens alike.

ALT A workers' hand holding up a "red card with a UFW eagle" in front of a pomegranate tree with the text overlay: Farmworkers terrified as they’re targeted by ICE. Donate to help fight back. The red card says: I do not wish to speak with you, answer your questions, or sign or hand you any documents based on my 5th Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. I do not give you permission to enter my home based on my 4th Amendment rights under the United States Constitution unless you have a warrant to enter, signed by a judge or magistrate with my name on it that you slide under the door I do not give you permission to search any of my belongings based on my 4th Amendment rights. I choose to exercise my constitutional rights. cards are available to citizens and noncitizens alike.

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Farm workers are picking tomatoes in Los Banos area. "We go in at 7am and get off at 1pm. We are bent over for those hours and our backs ache by the end of the work day. When we get home we often take pain meds and use ointments for relief." #WeFeedYou
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These workers are harvesting carrots piece rate in the Tehachapi region. "Julia" says, "Our group is paid $3.05 per box. There are 24 bunches of 7 carrots in each box. At the end of the day we are paid equal amounts depending on the number of boxes the group produces." #WeFeedYou
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Connie Chan 陳詩敏@conniechansf9h
Proud to earn the United Farm Workers’ endorsement! As an immigrant and labor Democrat, I know workers’ rights and immigrants’ rights are inseparable. In Congress, I’ll fight for fair wages, safe workplaces and the freedom to organize. #SíSePuede
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"Cecilia" is picking figs in Merced county at minimum wage. "We are standing for long hours. By the end of the day our feet often have blisters. But we do this work to support our families. We have rent and bills to pay and this is how we do it." #WeFeedYou
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Workers in Fresno CA are picking up the parchment paper-wrapped raisins from the ground. The get paid by the trip. For each trip they have to fill 3 of these 100lb bins. They group gets paid $50/trip, which is divided by the five people. #WeFeedYou
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"Alejandro" shares this photo saying, "I'm working in Soledad, CA. I walk behind the planting machine and replant the celery seedlings that don't get in the dirt correctly. At the end of the day I'm very tired from walking and bending over all day long." #WeFeedYou
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Even after the Trump wage cut rule for farm workers was found to be illegal, the Trump administration has dragged its feet as the illegal wage cut rule remains in effect.  We are grateful that a hard deadline has now been set for the end of these illegal wage cuts. 1/2
A photo of a judicial gavel with text overlay Federal Court Orders U.S. Department of Labor to Publish New Wage Rule by End of Year After Finding Trump Wage Cut Illegal

ALT A photo of a judicial gavel with text overlay Federal Court Orders U.S. Department of Labor to Publish New Wage Rule by End of Year After Finding Trump Wage Cut Illegal

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Link to press release at dailykos.com/stories/2026/10… 2/2 dailykos.com/stories/2026/10…

U.S. Federal Court Orders Labor Department to Publish New Wage Rule by End of Year After Finding...

Fresno, Calif.— A federal court held that the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has until December 30, 2026 to issue a new rule setting the wages of farm workers on the H-2A agricultural guest worker…

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"Josefina" shares, "I've been harvesting strawberries in Salinas, CA for 10 years. This job is very tiring, especially when there are very few strawberries left in the rows. It means I must work more hours to earn the same amount of money." #WeFeedYou
Strawberries in a field being packed in boxes

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"José Luis" works as a irrigator in King City, CA. "We just finished putting the aluminum pipes in this block of cauliflower. The weather has been very hot and it's difficult to work at temperatures over 95° as that is not the norm in this area." #WeFeedYou
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In these frightening times, UFW staff is out in the fields talking to workers and sharing know your rights info including these "red cards." We're also watching for ICE activity on rural roads and sharing guidance with both union and non-union farm workers.
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You can download copies of the red card at ufw.org/redcard/

Red Card: Use this card if you are stopped by ICE/Border Control

You can find downloadable copies of the "red card" in multiple languages at: https://www.ilrc.org/red-cards-tarjetas-rojas

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"Fernando" says, "We're cleaning the strawberry blocks by removing dry plants, old plastic, and irrigation hoses. This work helps keep the rows clean and ensures the strawberry plants receive the water they need to continue growing and producing high quality berries." #WeFeedYou
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"Armando" shared this photo of the last of the pumpkins waiting to be harvested in NYs Hudson Valley. Sales are in full swing as Halloween approaches. #WeFeedYou
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“Marcos” was a farm worker before becoming a foreman. "Recently due to increased ICE activities, sometimes people won’t come to work because they don’t feel safe leaving their homes. Sometimes a wage isn’t worth risking your safety & being separated from your family." #WeFeedYou
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“Miguel” spends his days walking through the rows making sure that irrigation hoses are in place to water the berries. He's responsible for checking 120 beds and gets paid minimum wage. "It’s a lot for one person to do alone." #WeFeedYou
An irrigator in a strawberry field

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Vote early. This election is critical and it's essential that every vote count. If you live in a state with early voting, vote now instead of worrying if your ballot made it there in time. #VOTE
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"Leo" sent this pic from the cosmic crisp apple harvest. "This apple is very delicate & must be cut carefully at the stem. Quality is a must or you could be fired. The average worker picks six 900lb bins in an 8 hr day, but there are workers who make much less." #WeFeedYou
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If we care about farmworkers, we have to care about the ballot box. Elected officials shape the wages, working conditions, safety, and protections that impact their lives. Check your registration, make a voting plan, and consider voting early. Your voice matters! 🗳️
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"Mario" gets up at 4am to harvest #Halloween pumpkins. "It's our busy season with large orders. We start early and work late. Living in this area costs a lot. Not only do we worry about meeting expenses, but now we worry about immigration who stops anyone who's brown." #WeFeedYou
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