Texas' Migrant Busing Program Faces Financial Shortfall, Relying Heavily on Taxpayer Funds

Governor Greg Abbott's initiative to bus migrants to sanctuary cities falls significantly short of private fundraising goals, with taxpayers covering nearly 99% of the costs.

Nearly two years after launching, Texas' program to bus migrants to sanctuary cities has raised less than 1% of its $150 million goal, leaving taxpayers to foot the bill.
The largest donation of $900,000 bounced, and other reported donations have discrepancies, raising questions about the fundraising's transparency.
Over 100,000 migrants have been bused to cities like New York and Chicago, with each relocation costing approximately $1,500.
Critics argue the program, described as a political stunt by some, poses not only financial but also humanitarian concerns, citing incidents of harm to migrants.
Efforts to offset costs through private donations have largely failed, prompting scrutiny over the sustainability and motivation behind the initiative.