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White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre condemned the practice of transporting migrants because of the “pressure” it puts on non-border states and cities, a statement that kicked over a beehive of criticism online.
Over the past year multiple state governors have made headlines by sending busloads of migrants from America’s southern border to liberal areas like Chicago, New York City and Martha’s Vineyard. While some consider the bussing to be nothing more than trolling or a political stunt, it has been affective, with liberal mayors complaining about the effects of migrants on their cities.
During Monday’s press briefing, Jean-Pierre appeared to echo those blue state concerns and her admission that unchecked immigration overwhelms localities amused many conservatives.
“I’ve said it many times from here repeatedly from this podium that bussing or flying migrants around the country without any coordination with the federal government …
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