Chicago’s Mayor Brandon Johnson recently signed a $26 million contract for migrant camps, sparking a heated debate on resource allotment and immigration policies in the city. According to reports, the proposed migrant camps will consist of six location zones with the capacity to accommodate between 200 and 1,400 migrants.
JUST IN: Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson defies his residents, secretly signs $26 million contract to build camps for illegal migrants.
I guess this is what you get when you vote for a communist.
The news comes as residents in Democrat controlled areas are rising up against their… pic.twitter.com/yg1LDgMoRR
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) September 21, 2023
Since August 2022, Chicago has seen an influx of approximately 11,000 migrants, a surge that is estimated to cost taxpayers a significant $302 million by the end of the year. Critics argue that this decision by the Democrat-led government of Chicago has raised valid concerns among its citizens, particularly within the Black community.
Many residents believe that the sanctuary city’s focus on assisting illegal aliens is diverting essential resources away from local residents who are also facing economic challenges. The contract for these migrant camps was awarded to security firm GardaWorld.
Mayor Johnson intends to relocate individuals currently held at airports and police stations to these newly established facilities, and it has been previously reported that Chicago has witnessed the arrival of approximately 14,000 “asylum seekers” this year.
The situation in Chicago is emblematic of the broader challenges faced by cities like Chicago and New York that have adopted sanctuary city policies. These policies have contributed to the ongoing immigration crisis, with the Biden administration grappling to manage the situation effectively.
On September 21, Fox News’ Bill Melugin reported that Customs and Border Protection (CBP) encountered over 10,000 migrants at the U.S. border in just 24 hours. This surge in illegal crossings has brought border enforcement agencies back to record-high levels, reminiscent of those seen in May before the end of Title 42.
Additionally, the Border Patrol Union highlighted concerns about the release of practically unvetted illegal aliens onto American streets, with more than 100,000 such individuals being released between September 1st and 20th alone.
Melugin’s report from Eagle Pass, Texas, highlighted the challenges faced at the border, contradicting White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre’s claims that the Biden administration’s policies were effectively curbing the flow of migrants and securing the border.
In light of these recent events, Chicago finds itself confronted by a formidable $538 million deficit for the upcoming year, primarily ascribed to the challenges posed by illegal immigration.
The choice to allocate taxpayer resources towards aiding undocumented migrants, especially during a period when numerous Americans are grappling with economic hardships, has ignited a wave of discontent among local Chicagoans and conservatives across the country.
