TLDR
- Calls to eliminate funding for HIAS (Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society) from the U.S. government
- HIAS received over $59 million from the State Department, $23 million from Health and Human Services, and more
- Allegations of HIAS providing maps to illegal migrants on how to enter the U.S. via Panama
- Concerns raised about Homeland Security head Mayorkas’ previous ties to HIAS
- Requests for investigation and prosecution of HIAS by authorities like Tom Homan
One of the first acts by DOGE should be the elimination of all
Funding by the @StateDept for HIAS, otherwise known as the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society, which receives US taxpayer funds to fund the invasion of our country.According to… https://t.co/Rc4TXeg5Cj pic.twitter.com/rkvDfqNZTc
— Laura Loomer (@LauraLoomer) November 13, 2024
The call to cut HIAS funding and investigate its actions reflects a deeper distrust in organizations aiding migration, accusing them of promoting illegal immigration. The controversy also ties to political figures’ past connections, fueling concerns about the integrity of border management. Should taxpayer money be funding groups with these alleged activities?