Government Funding for Progressive Groups Aiding Migrants Frozen by Kristi Noem

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Kristi Noem, Department of Homeland Security chief under Donald Trump, has frozen government funding for progressive groups aiding migrants pending a 90-day review. She stated that grant funds were being abused by NGOs to facilitate illegal immigration and that taxpayer dollars should be used to strengthen the country. Texas Republican Lance Gooden also opposes funding for NGOs catering to illegal migrants.

Key Points

  • Kristi Noem has stopped government funding for progressive groups aiding migrants for a 90-day review
  • Texas Republican Lance Gooden opposes funding for NGOs that cater to illegal migrants
  • Concerns about misuse of federal funds by NGOs to facilitate illegal immigration

Pros

  • Halting misuse of grant funds by NGOs for illegal immigration
  • Ensuring taxpayer dollars are used to strengthen national security

Cons

  • Potential impact on humanitarian aid for migrants
  • Criticism from liberals about cutting federal spending