Miami Mayor Reports Lack of Federal Support in Response to Growing Migrant Crisis

A migrant crisis is unfolding in Miami, Florida, as thousands of migrants continue to illegally cross the southern border of the United States. Despite former President Donald Trump’s promise to build a “big beautiful wall” along the border, the lack of any such wall is evident in the television footage aired on Fox News and other outlets.

In an interview with “Face the Nation” on May 21, 2023, Miami Mayor Francis Suarez reported that the city has not received any support from the federal government in response to the crisis. In the last two months alone, the Coast Guard has processed 408 migrants in the city’s waters.

The mayor also noted that the city has not received any help from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). This lack of support has left the city struggling to manage the influx of migrants.

The migrant crisis has raised questions about the effectiveness of Trump’s “finished” wall at the Mexican border. Republicans and right-wing media have pointed out that illegal immigration is still out of control, despite the wall.

The situation in Miami is a stark reminder of the need for comprehensive immigration reform. The federal government must take action to ensure that cities like Miami have the resources they need to manage the influx of migrants. Without such action, the crisis will only continue to worsen.