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Biden-Harris Administration Criticized for Using $2 Billion FEMA Funds to House Immigrants Amid Hurricane Helene Relief Shortage

Oct 2, 2024, 11:36 PM

The Biden-Harris administration has reportedly used FEMA funds to house illegal immigrants, with expenditures amounting to nearly $2 billion in the past two years. This has raised concerns as FEMA now claims it lacks sufficient funds to aid hurricane victims, particularly in the wake of Hurricane Helene. Secretary Mayorkas has indicated that FEMA is out of money, which has sparked criticism over the allocation of resources. The Shelter and Services program, which provided $941 million in 2023 and 2024, has been a focal point of this controversy. Additionally, a recent $107 million FEMA grant to New York for immigrant assistance has further fueled the debate. Critics argue that Kamala Harris' open-border policies have exacerbated the situation.