Foreign workers say they were paid less than $2 an hour to build new US Consulate...
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Italian prosecutors are investigating Alabama-based Caddell Construction after workers allege labor exploitation, according to The Associated Press interviews with five former employees and a review of their employment letters and pay stubs. (AP video shot by Niccolo Lupone and production by Lucy Luo) A view of the construction site of the new U.S. Consulate in Milan, Italy, Monday, June 8, 2026, which is under investigation for alleged exploitative labor practices.
AI Summary
Main Idea: Italian prosecutors are investigating alleged labor exploitation at the construction site of the new U.S. Consulate in Milan, where foreign workers say they were paid far less than promised.
Key Points:
- Former workers said they were promised fair wages but were paid as little as 1.55 euros, or about $1.80, an hour after deductions.
- Prosecutors said Caddell Construction managers in Italy were arrested on suspicion of labor exploitation, and the investigation covers about 70 workers, mostly from India.
- Workers said they faced long hours, wage deductions for housing and food, and threats when they questioned pay or conditions.
- The U.S. State Department and Caddell said they are cooperating with the investigation, while work at the site continues under court supervision.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
US taxpayers may face higher scrutiny or costs if labor abuse at a State Department project leads to delays, legal fights, or tighter oversight of overseas contracts.
Positive Impact
The investigation could push stronger labor rules on US-funded projects and better protect workers in future contracts.
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- Primary:Italian prosecutorsgovernment agency or body
- Major:U.S. State Departmentgovernment agency or body
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Central investigating authorities probing the alleged labor exploitation.
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Named government body saying it is investigating and cooperating with Italian authorities.
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The American government is directly involved through the consulate project and State Department response.
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The consulate project is the site of the alleged labor abuses and a central focus of the reporting.
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