Trump Winery Seeks Foreign Labor at Reduced Wages Near Charlottesville
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What happened
Trump Winery, operated by Trump Vineyard Estates LLC near Charlottesville, sought permission to hire 36 temporary foreign workers for grape and apple production between February and October 2026. The requested wage was $13.90 an hour, which is nearly $2 less than the rate of $15.81 paid in 2025. The company has sought over 2,000 foreign workers in the United States since 2008.
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Why it matters
The application occurred after the Donald Trump administration lowered minimum wage calculations for certain foreign agricultural workers. The filing highlights the contrast between the administration's immigration policies and the company's continued reliance on overseas labor for its operations.
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Who's involved
- Donald TrumpOwner of the winery and subject of the labor application
- ForbesReported the labor application records
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Charlottesville
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Forbes
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