Trump admin moves to crack down on illegal migrants living in public housing 

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner have joined forces in a groundbreaking initiative to tackle the issue of illegal migrants living in public housing. The Trump administration is determined to put an end to what they see as the misuse of taxpayer money by providing housing subsidies to those who are not legally eligible.

In a newly signed memorandum of understanding between the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the agencies have committed to working together to identify illegal aliens who are not entitled to federal housing assistance. This collaboration aims to ensure that American tax dollars are prioritized for the benefit of American citizens, particularly in the midst of the nation’s housing crisis.

HUD Secretary Scott Turner emphasized the importance of leveraging resources, including technology and personnel, to uphold the rights of American citizens when it comes to public housing. He stressed that the new agreement will focus on putting Americans first and preventing abuse and exploitation of public benefits.

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem echoed Turner’s sentiments, highlighting the Biden administration’s previous prioritization of illegal aliens over American citizens. She emphasized that the government will now work collectively to identify and prevent the misuse of federal benefits by those in the country illegally. Noem issued a strong message to illegal immigrants, stating that the “gravy train is over” and urging them to leave the country.

The memorandum of understanding also aims to benefit veterans in need by facilitating data sharing between HUD and DHS. The agencies cited data from the Center for Immigration Studies, revealing that approximately 59% of illegal migrant households benefit from government welfare programs, resulting in significant costs to taxpayers.

HUD identified a concerning lack of proper information sharing to determine the eligibility status of the 9 million residents of public and subsidized housing. In addition to signing the MOU, Turner instructed various HUD offices to comply with existing federal laws that prohibit HUD-funded service providers from offering financial assistance to illegal migrants.

This collaborative effort between DHS and HUD is part of the Trump administration’s broader strategy to crack down on illegal immigration and ensure that taxpayer-funded resources are used responsibly and ethically. By working together to identify and address the misuse of public benefits, the agencies are taking proactive steps to safeguard the rights and resources of American citizens.