Stop misusing FEMA funds for immigration detention centers

The federal government's decision to allocate $608 million from FEMA to states for constructing immigrant detention centers is a misguided and unacceptable policy. Funding intended for emergency disaster relief should not be diverted towards the inhumane detention of migrants, many of whom are asylum seekers fleeing violence and persecution. This move perpetuates the criminalization of immigration and disregards the human rights and dignity of vulnerable individuals. I urge you to take immediate action to block this misuse of funds and ensure that FEMA resources are directed towards their intended purpose of providing aid and support during natural disasters and emergencies. The construction of detention facilities not only undermines humanitarian principles but also exacerbates the trauma experienced by migrants, including children and families. We must prioritize compassionate and just immigration policies that uphold human rights and offer protection to those seeking refuge, rather than enabling their unjust incarceration.