Cook County Taxpayers to Pay $70 Million Toward Migrants in Chicago – Newsweek

The surge of migrants into the Windy City has led to backlash among some locals, including litigation claiming that the city has not had the best intentions for its permanent residents. In January, at least seven lawsuits were filed against the city by longtime residents, including three filed by people of color. Rather than toss blame toward Texas Governor Greg Abbott for sending migrants to the city, they have blamed Biden and Chicago officials for allowing the influx to continue at a high rate.