In a statement, Mace expressed her frustration with the federal government’s focus on spending hundreds of millions on a program to shelter illegal immigrants, instead of providing assistance to American citizens dealing with the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Helene. She emphasized that it is unacceptable for Americans to suffer while resources are being directed elsewhere.
FEMA has allocated $640 million for its Shelter and Services Program, which is designed to provide assistance to migrants. It’s important to note that these funds are separate from FEMA’s disaster relief funds.
In a recent statement, former President Donald Trump insinuated that the government had “stolen” FEMA money in order to support illegal immigrants.
In a fiery statement, Trump accused them of stealing FEMA funds, likening it to a bank robbery. He claimed that the money was intended to be given to illegal immigrants, whom he alleged they wanted to vote for them in the upcoming season.
FEMA has debunked the claim, stating that it is false.
FEMA reassured the public that no funds allocated for disaster response needs are being redirected elsewhere. According to FEMA, the Disaster Relief Fund, which is specifically designated for disaster-related efforts, is solely responsible for funding disaster response efforts and individual assistance. The agency emphasized that no money from this fund has been diverted to non-disaster related endeavors.
The Washington Examiner reached out to the offices of Mace and Boebert for additional comments on the legislation, but no response was received.
The House Education and the Workforce Committee, as well as the House Ways and Means Committee, have both received the bill for review.
Considering the proximity of this session of Congress to the election, it seems highly unlikely that the bill will undergo a vote prior to the appointment of a new Congress.