Staff Reports
On Thursday’s broadcast of “CNN News Central,” Laredo, TX Mayor Treviño shared concerns about the influx of migrants, stating that the city is facing a “humanitarian hurricane” as people from around the world are now “stranded in our community with no money and no idea of where they’re going.” The mayor emphasized that Laredo is used to migrants being released into the city, but the situation has escalated with the current wave of refugees, causing strain on the city’s resources.
"What we’re seeing is refugees from all over the world — not precisely from Mexico, they come from South America and all over the world — stranded in our community with no money and no idea of where they’re going." https://t.co/iOw76FsYjG
— Breitbart News (@BreitbartNews) December 29, 2023
Mayor Treviño expressed that the city, as the largest land port in the U.S., has previously accommodated migrants who would move on to other destinations after being released. However, he emphasized that the current situation is different, with refugees from various parts of the world now adding to the strain on the city’s resources. He highlighted the potential impact of even a small percentage of daily referrals from other border areas on the city’s streets and the challenges of providing shelter and medical services to the growing number of stranded individuals.
Treviño’s remarks underscore the impact of the immigration crisis on local communities, painting a stark picture of the strain and challenges faced by Laredo and other border cities. The mayor’s comments reflect the deepening concern over the Biden administration’s handling of the border situation, as communities grapple with the profound implications of the influx of migrants and refugees.
