Illinois immigrants were costly and spiraled out of control: Report
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Illinois is projected to spend $2.5 billion on immigrants, most of which is poured into it. health care According to a new report, the cost.
The Illinois Institute of Public Policy is a watchdog think tank that tracks state public policy decisions. Report released On Monday, we compiled all the costs that were noted to support immigrants who flooded the state.
Of the $2.5 billion, the Illinois Institute of Public Policy added that taxpayer funds have been allocated to healthcare and “immigration welcoming centres, housing, emergency food, resettlement services and rental assistance.” The report added that Illinois has allocated $478 million to “immigration benefits” since 2023. Welcome with Dignity Initiative.
The report explained further Illinois The state government spent more than $1.6 billion on two programs covering healthcare costs for immigrants, citing reports from the auditor general’s office.
Minnesota Governor Tim Waltz, Illinois Governor J.B. Pretzker and New York Governor Kathy Hochul will be attending the House Committee on Surveillance and Government Reform Trials at the U.S. Capitol in Washington on Thursday, June 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Julia Demarie Nikinson)
According to the Illinois Department of Health Care and Family Services, one of the programs, health benefits for immigrant adults, served individuals aged 42 to 64. It was reduced due to “budget constraints.” The program will end on July 1st. Other programs serving seniors will continue.
The audit found that the program costs significantly more than the forecast cost.
“It was originally estimated that the advanced program cost $224 million. Auditors found that the actual spending was $412.3 million, 84% higher than expected,” the report states.
“In 2023 alone, total expenses exceeded expected spending over $400 million, exceeding enough money to protect Illinois.” The whole homeless Population for one year. ”
The report is Gov. It takes place after JBPritzker He testified before the assembly Thursday to address the state’s sanctuary policy.
An estimated 51,000 illegal immigrants traveled to Chicago from the southern border. This is a border that was primarily taken down from Texas. (Reuters)
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“I have seen firsthand how the nation had to carry the consequences of a broken immigration system and I am proud of how we responded.
“Illinois has chosen a different path. In the face of a humanitarian crisis, our state has made sure that children and families don’t get hungry or frozen dying,” Pretzker said. Texas government immigrant bus roads Greg Abbott It was directed towards his state.
Governor Pritzker’s office did not respond to requests for comment on the new report. Fox News Digital.
Estimated 51,000 Illegal immigration We traveled to Chicago from the southern border. It is a border that was mainly removed from Texas.
Over the past few years, many Chicago residents have expressed dissatisfaction with several city council meetings. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arvogust)
Chicago officials did not immediately respond to a request for comment on Fox News Digital.
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