WASHINGTON Diverts $340M COVID Aid: Taxpayer Funds Now Supporting Illegal Immigrants

In a controversial move, Washington State has redirected $340 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds to provide financial assistance to illegal immigrants, sparking widespread debate. The funds, initially intended to support state and local governments in their pandemic response, were used to issue $1,000 checks to individuals ineligible for federal economic impact payments due to their immigration status. This decision has raised questions about the prioritization of taxpayer dollars and the legal implications of such financial support. Critics argue that while the aim to assist those in need is understandable, the method of diverting funds designated for pandemic relief undermines legal processes and fiscal responsibility. The report from the Economic Policy Innovation Center sheds light on this controversial use of funds, highlighting the tension between humanitarian aid and legal and financial accountability.