A 21-year-old illegal immigrant from India, Jashanpreet Singh, caused a deadly multi-vehicle crash in California while under the influence, highlighting ongoing debates over licensing and immigration policies for commercial drivers in the U.S.
A truck driver accused of causing a fatal crash on Florida's Turnpike, who is an illegal immigrant from Mexico with a history of licensing issues, has been returned to Florida. In response to safety concerns, Secretary Marco Rubio has suspended all worker visas for commercial truck drivers, citing safety risks posed by foreign drivers and a driver shortage. The investigation into the crash continues, with authorities focusing on driver competence and licensing.
The U.S. Department of Transportation has launched an investigation into a deadly Florida truck crash, focusing on the driver and carrier, with preliminary findings indicating language barriers and licensing violations in multiple states, amid concerns over safety and immigration policies affecting trucking industry standards.