Biden-Harris initiative could be giving well over $1 billion in federal benefits to Haitian migrants
SUMMARY
The Biden administration’s CHNV program, allowing 30,000 migrants monthly from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela to enter the U.S., may cost over $1 billion in federal benefits. Since January 2023, over 520,000 migrants have been paroled, with Haitians and Cubans immediately eligible for Medicaid, food stamps, and welfare. DailyMail.com estimates Medicaid costs could reach $1.8 billion, SNAP benefits $451 million, and general welfare $1.2 billion, totaling over $3.4 billion. Even if only a quarter of Haitians receive all benefits, it could still be $850 million. The program has faced criticism for its lenient vetting and significant state costs, leading to legal challenges from Republican-led states. Recently, the program was paused due to fraud involving sponsor payments.
