Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has tripled the budget for migrant shelters but is withholding information on how previous funds were spent. The state spent $16.3 million on a Boston hotel for housing illegal immigrants, but details have been blacked out in FOIA requests. The lack of transparency has raised concerns about accountability and care for vulnerable families.
Key Points
Governor Healey tripled the budget for migrant shelters
FOIA requests have revealed blacked-out details on spending
Concerns raised about lack of transparency and accountability
Pros
Increased budget for migrant shelters
Cons
Lack of transparency in spending
Concerns about accountability and care for vulnerable families