Controversial Homelessness Policy in San Francisco
San Francisco Mayor London Breed has ordered city officials to offer homeless people bus tickets out of town before offering them shelter or housing, sparking controversy. The directive comes amid an escalated crackdown on homeless encampments after a recent Supreme Court ruling. California Governor Gavin Newsom also issued an executive order to accelerate the removal of homeless encampments.
Key Points
- Mayor Breed orders bus tickets out of town before shelter or housing
- Supreme Court ruling empowers city officials to enforce anti-camping laws
- California Governor Newsom accelerates removal of homeless encampments
Cons
- Shifting the homeless problem to other towns
- Low percentage of homeless people transitioning to permanent housing