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immigration1 year ago•2 min saved

"Chicago Implements Controversial Migrant Eviction Policy Amid Public Outcry"

Chicago officials have started evicting migrants from city shelters who have exceeded a 60-day limit, causing confusion and distress among the newly arrived. Over 10,000 migrants are affected, with more than 2,000 expected to be forced out by April. The policy has drawn criticism, with concerns raised about the well-being of those being evicted and the ability of migrants to find stable housing. This comes amid reports of poor conditions in some shelters and an influx of immigrants to Democrat-led cities.

via The Guardian US|

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politics1 year ago•5 min saved

"Chicago to Proceed with Migrant Shelter Evictions Amid Measles Outbreak"

Mayor Brandon Johnson's administration will proceed with evicting migrants from Chicago shelters after 60 days, but exemptions will be granted for families with children and those affected by a measles outbreak. Migrants will now be required to be vaccinated for measles, mumps, rubella, and chickenpox to stay in shelters. Despite the exemptions, 35 people will still have to leave three shelters on Sunday, and a total of 2,026 will be required to leave by the end of April. The eviction policy has faced criticism from City Council members and community organizations, who argue that it exacerbates challenges and displaces migrants. The city is also dealing with a measles outbreak in a Pilsen migrant shelter, prompting efforts to vaccinate residents and quarantine vulnerable individuals.

via WBEZ Chicago|

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politics1 year ago•7 min saved

"Johnson Administration Announces Case-Specific Exemptions for Migrant Shelter Evictions"

Mayor Brandon Johnson's administration in Chicago announced the eviction of 34 migrants from the city's shelter system, while granting exemptions to numerous families, amid ongoing backlash and delays regarding the 60-day shelter limit policy. The administration also revealed that a larger wave of about 2,000 migrants, mostly men, will be required to leave shelters between next week and the end of April. The policy, aimed at pushing migrants to find permanent housing, has faced criticism and uncertainty, with the latest change coming amidst a measles outbreak in a shelter and concerns about the city's handling of the situation.

via Chicago Tribune|

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politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Mayor Brandon Johnson Grants Extension for Chicago Migrant Shelter Evictions

Under pressure from City Council members, Mayor Brandon Johnson delayed the city's plan to evict migrants from 28 shelters until mid-March, citing the need to give individuals more time to process work authorization and find housing. The $150 million allocated for the migrant crisis is expected to run out in about 100 days, prompting concerns about sustainability. Johnson criticized Texas Governor Greg Abbott for not coordinating with the city when sending migrants to the Chicago area and emphasized the temporary nature of the emergency shelters. The mayor's decision to postpone the eviction policy was met with gratitude from Council members, who hope for more collaboration and support from state and federal partners.

via Chicago Sun-Times|

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