The fear of federal border patrol actions against people of color gripped America in 2025, and it may get even worse in 2026. Law firm Monty & Ramirez LLP is hosting a webinar on Friday, January 16 at noon Central time on how employers should prepare. Here is the description of the webinar:
For years, many employers operated under the assumption that the likelihood of ICE enforcement was minimal. The environment has shifted. This webinar will recap recent ICE workforce investigations and raids, forecast what employers should expect in 2026 as immigration enforcement against employers accelerates, and explain how it's reshaping employer exposure. With the Trump Administration signaling an even more aggressive enforcement posture, employers should be prepared for targeted arrests of employees, search warrants, record seizures, and expanded ICE investigations. The session will also examine how ICE leverages SSA mismatch data and IRS-related anomalies to identify enforcement targets.
Key Takeaways:
- What enforcement actions are employers most likely to face in 2026
- What triggers increased scrutiny of employer records and workforces
- How SSA mismatch data and IRS anomalies factor into ICE investigations
- How leadership and HR teams should prepare for heightened enforcement
- Practical steps employers can take now to reduce I-9 and enforcement exposure