Justice Dept Threatens Billions in Welfare Funding for Failing to Report Illegal Migrants
The US Justice Department threatened states that fail to report known illegal migrants to lose billions of dollars in welfare funding, according to a recent legal opinion.
The Justice Department has issued a warning to states that they risk losing billions of dollars in welfare funding if they fail to report known illegal migrants to the federal government, according to a recent legal opinion release. States that neglect to comply with this requirement could see their funding reduced, as the department emphasizes its responsibility for enforcing immigration laws. This warning comes amid ongoing efforts to strengthen border security and enforcement. The Justice Department is urging states to provide information on individuals suspected of being undocumented immigrants.
