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NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolAugust 20, 2026Miami-Dade

U.S. Customs and Border Protection faces scrutiny over forced labor allegations in Dominican Republic sugar industry

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is facing questions regarding its oversight of sugar imports from the Dominican Republic following reports that forced labor persists in the country's sugarcane fields. The allegations highlight concerns about the enforcement of U.S. trade regulations regarding goods produced through forced labor.

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Why It Matters

The situation impacts the regulatory oversight of sugar imports entering the U.S. market and the enforcement of federal laws prohibiting the importation of goods made with .

Key Facts

  • A watchdog group has issued a warning regarding the persistence of forced labor in Dominican Republic sugarcane fields.
  • The Dominican Republic is a major exporter of sugar and other products to the United States.
  • U.S. Customs and Border Protection is facing public questioning regarding its oversight of these imports.
  • The report specifically identifies the sugarcane industry as the site of the alleged labor violations.

Who's Mentioned

organizationCentral Romana Corporation, Ltd.“Company subject to a 2022 import ban regarding forced labor allegations.”organizationU.S. Customs and Border Protection“Federal agency responsible for trade enforcement and import bans.”locationRepública Dominicana“The country where the alleged forced labor in sugarcane fields is occurring.”personRon Wyden“U.S. Senator from Oregon requesting information from CBP.”organizationCorporate Accountability Lab“Non-profit organization that published a report on forced labor.”organizationAP“The news agency reporting the story.”personDonald Trump“President under whose administration the ban was lifted.”