Florida governor's office calls it part of efforts to 'transport illegal immigrants to sanctuary destinations.'
to draw attention to what they consider to be the Biden administration's failed border policies. Flights to the upscale island enclave in Massachusetts were part of an effort to"transport illegal immigrants to sanctuary destinations," said Taryn Fenske, DeSantis' communications director.While DeSantis' office didn't elaborate on their legal status, many migrants who cross the border illegally from Mexico are temporarily shielded from deportation after being freed by U.
A woman, who is part of a group of immigrants that had just arrived, holds a child as they are fed outside St. Andrews Episcopal Church, September 14, 2022, in Edgartown, Mass., on Martha's Vineyard., who represents Martha's Vineyard, tweeted:"Our island jumped into action putting together 50 beds, giving everyone a good meal, providing a play area for the children, making sure people have the healthcare and support they need.
Immigrants gather with their belongings outside St. Andrews Episcopal Church, September 14, 2022, in Edgartown, Mass., on Martha's Vineyard.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott began busing thousands of migrants to Washington D.C. in April and recently added New York and Chicago as destinations. Arizona Governor Doug Ducey has been busing migrants to Washington since May. Passengers must sign waivers that the free trips are voluntary.
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