Morning Wire Migrants in Martha’s Vineyard | 9.16.22
Sep 16, 2022
Tensions rise as Florida transports migrants to sanctuary cities, igniting debate over immigration policies. A troubling poll reveals many San Francisco residents are unhappy, citing rising homelessness and safety concerns. The city's mayor grapples with open-air drug markets, launching a new program that faces skepticism. Meanwhile, soaring housing costs push residents to contemplate leaving urban centers, while Phoenix struggles with its worsening homelessness crisis.
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Migrants Flown to Martha's Vineyard
- Florida Governor Ron DeSantis sent two planes of migrants to Martha's Vineyard, a wealthy island.
- This follows similar actions by Texas and Arizona governors, who bused migrants to liberal cities.
Migrants' Origins and Destination
- Around 50 Venezuelan migrants arrived in Martha's Vineyard, funded by a $12 million transport budget.
- Simultaneously, Texas sent buses of migrants to Vice President Kamala Harris's residence.
Border Security Claims Challenged
- Over two million migrants have crossed the border this fiscal year, causing strain on resources.
- Despite this, Vice President Kamala Harris claimed the border is secure, a statement questioned by many.