Rep. Gaetz Proposes Bill to Halt Federal Funding for NGOs Aiding Illegal Immigration

The BARRIER Act aims to cut financial support to organizations assisting migrants in entering or residing in the U.S. unlawfully.

Representative Matt Gaetz introduced the BARRIER Act, targeting NGOs that facilitate illegal immigration by cutting off their federal funding.
The bill is co-sponsored by several Republican representatives, including Lauren Boebert and Mary Miller.
The legislation would prevent entities, including non-profits and corporations, from receiving federal aid if they violate U.S. immigration laws.
Key organizations potentially affected include Catholic Charities USA and United Way Worldwide, which are part of a larger network aiding migrants.
The move follows calls for investigations into NGOs' roles in border crossings and is part of broader GOP concerns over immigration policies under the Biden administration.