Host Illegal Immigrants in Your Homes, Chicago Councillor Suggests

Published on January 24, 2024

A councilman from Naperville, Illinois, has suggested some members of the community host illegal immigrants in their homes amid the ongoing immigration crisis. Naperville Councilman Josh McBroom touted the idea during a city council meeting last week, noting that Naperville is “a very affluent” and “compassionate community” with “a lot of big homes.” Mr. McBroom said he does not believe the city should use taxpayer dollars to help house or aid illegal immigrant families arriving in their droves in the area. However, the councilman said that lawmakers hear from many constituents saying that local leaders should “do more” to help with the surge of illegal immigrants seeking asylum in neighboring Chicago, a so-called sanctuary city....