A government program that provides social services to undocumented migrants is in the middle of a tug-of-war between Republicans and Democrats. Senate Republicans are looking to cut the program, but House Democrats are looking to add more funding.
The Case Management Pilot Program offers a variety of services free for an eligible 300,000 migrants. The services include access to mental health care, affordable housing, childcare, transportation services and legal counseling before immigration court hearings.
The program started in fiscal year 2021 with a $5 million budget. Democrats want to add an additional $20 million to go toward the program for fiscal year 2023.
Not only are Republicans calling to defund the program, but they’re asking the Department of Homeland Security for additional oversight, and looking at ways to reform how the funding is used.
