Housing Secretary Claims End to Illegal Immigrant Housing
Scott Turner, the U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, appeared on Fox News’ “Jesse Watters Primetime” and asserted that illegal immigrants will no longer reside in taxpayer-funded homes.
He, along with Secretary of Homeland Security Christie Noem, recently announced the termination of what they called the “American Housing Program for American Citizens.” This initiative aimed to halt what they viewed as the misallocation of taxpayer resources benefiting illegal immigrants instead of American citizens. Turner mentioned that HUD is taking steps to ensure illegal immigrants do not occupy public housing. The department has asked the DC Housing Authority for a complete list of its residents, specifically those without U.S. citizenship.
“President Trump is serious about reducing crime in our neighborhoods, but he also prioritizes American citizens in government-funded housing,” Turner stated. “We reached out to the DC Housing Authority, and they’ve acknowledged our request. We’re seeking a thorough account of everyone living in these HUD-supported properties.”
“We need information such as names, addresses, the number of people in each unit, unit sizes, and costs. Additionally, they must verify American citizenship or eligible immigration status. We’re committed to ensuring that illegal immigrants are not living in America, particularly in HUD-financed homes, supported by taxpayers. We’re gathering data to confirm their status, and individuals involved in illegal activities shouldn’t be accessing these resources,” he explained.
Under the Biden administration, the border situation has intensified, with 10.8 million illegal immigrant encounters reported since 2021. This influx has put pressure on cities identified as sanctuary areas, like Denver and New York, which have requested financial aid to address the challenges that have arisen.
By 2024, it’s anticipated that the U.S. will face a shortfall of 4 to 7 million housing units, largely due to this surge in illegal immigration. Reports indicate that developers are struggling to meet the rising demand. Alongside these housing issues, rent prices have climbed by 20.9% since 2021, a situation that has been exacerbated by inflation during the Biden era.
Data from the Center for Immigration Research suggests that about 59% of households headed by illegal immigrants utilize one or more welfare programs, costing taxpayers an estimated $42 billion.
