Updated June 1, 1998 Civil Rights
Major Abuse of Power
Polish Workers at Trump Tower: Undocumented Workers in Dangerous Conditions, Then Stiffed
Trump hired contractor William Kaszycki who used approximately 200 undocumented Polish workers to demolish the Bonwit Teller building for below-minimum wages — approximately $4-5 per hour, no overtime. Workers say they were not provided safety equipment for handling asbestos-laden material. When they complained about nonpayment, a foreman told them to 'get back to work or they'll be reported to immigration.' Trump settled a class action suit in 1998.