Federal Government Offers FEMA Aid To Illegal Migrants After Hurricane Helene

A report from the Washington Post has revealed that illegal migrants in North Carolina are being offered disaster aid by FEMA following Hurricane Helene, raising concerns about how taxpayer money is being spent. The report highlights that some migrants have applied for financial assistance, even though they are not in the country legally and Americans are suffering and in need

Silvia Martín del Campo, who works with Latino students at a local community college, explained that while these migrants are undocumented, they operate businesses and pay taxes. This has made them eligible for FEMA assistance, including a $750 disaster relief grant.

Critics argue that this type of aid should be reserved for American citizens who have lost homes and jobs due to the hurricane. The report adds that FEMA has spent around $1 billion on migrants since 2021, drawing attention to how federal funds are being used.

Some have voiced concerns that these policies blur the lines between citizens and illegal migrants. They argue that providing disaster aid to undocumented individuals encourages illegal immigration and takes resources away from U.S. citizens in need.

Mark Krikorian of the Center for Immigration Studies believes that these funds could be better spent helping migrants return to their home countries, reducing competition for jobs and housing in the U.S. He suggests that this approach would benefit both the U.S. economy and the migrants’ home nations.