While millions of undocumented migrants are being flown into sanctuary cities across the U.S. and receiving benefits, many of the very people who fought to defend the country—American veterans—are sleeping on the streets. The U.S. government has failed to properly care for these heroes, with countless veterans unable to access basic healthcare, housing, or mental health services. Homeless veterans are criminalized for living on the streets, a tragic irony in a country they once defended. Meanwhile, hardworking Americans who pay taxes find themselves unable to afford the rising cost of living due to inflation and housing prices that have skyrocketed under the current administration.

Veterans Forgotten by Their Own Country
The plight of homeless veterans in the U.S. is a long-standing issue, but under the current administration, it has worsened. According to the National Coalition for Homeless Veterans, there are an estimated 40,000 homeless veterans on any given night, many suffering from mental health issues or substance abuse due to their time in combat. Despite their service to the country, these veterans are often left without the resources or support they need to reintegrate into society. Instead of receiving care and dignity, they are treated as criminals for sleeping on the streets in cities that have made homelessness illegal.

Meanwhile, the government continues to allocate resources to migrants crossing the southern border, many of whom are provided housing, healthcare, and legal assistance. This disparity highlights the misallocation of priorities. How can the government afford to house and care for migrants while neglecting the veterans who risked their lives to defend this country?

The Economic Squeeze on American Taxpayers
For everyday Americans, the cost of living has become unbearable. Inflation has soared under the current administration, pushing the price of housing, groceries, and basic necessities to levels that make it nearly impossible for middle- and working-class families to survive. The average price of a home has skyrocketed, and rental prices have followed suit. The National Association of Realtors reports that home prices have increased by over 20% in many areas since 2021, leaving Americans with few affordable housing options.

Despite paying taxes “out the ass,” as many Americans would describe it, they receive little in return. Healthcare remains expensive, education costs continue to climb, and public services are underfunded. For many Americans, the American Dream—owning a home, raising a family, and achieving financial stability—is slipping further out of reach. Instead of providing relief to its taxpaying citizens, the government is focused on managing the influx of migrants, offering them benefits that many Americans struggle to access.

A Calculated Political Strategy?
Some critics argue that the administration’s open-border policies and willingness to welcome millions of migrants may be part of a political strategy. By creating chaos and flooding the country with new voters, they aim to secure future election victories. The migrants who benefit from these policies may feel a sense of loyalty to the party that provided them with asylum and resources, potentially skewing future elections in favor of those who orchestrated this influx.

As President Trump warned, “They’re not after me, they’re after you. I’m just in the way.” The chaos and instability being created through the government’s immigration policies are designed to keep the average American off balance, too distracted to see the real damage being done to their freedoms and livelihoods. The chaos acts as a smokescreen, making it harder for Americans to recognize what’s up or down in the political landscape.

Historical Parallels: A Government’s Strategy of Control
The strategy of using immigration and chaos to destabilize a nation’s population is not unique to the U.S. Historically, regimes in other countries have employed similar tactics to maintain power and control.

• The Roman Empire: At the height of its decline, Rome began to bring in large numbers of outsiders to fill its military ranks and workforce, diluting the cultural and political influence of native Romans. This weakened the unity of the empire and ultimately contributed to its downfall. The lesson is clear: when a government prioritizes new populations over its existing citizens, instability and collapse follow.
• Venezuela: Under Hugo Chávez, the Venezuelan government welcomed thousands of immigrants and extended broad social benefits to them while neglecting its native population. The government’s policies were used to secure votes from these new residents, ensuring Chávez’s continued rule, even as the country plunged into economic disaster. Today, Venezuela is a cautionary tale of how political manipulation and the erosion of a stable economy can lead to the collapse of a once-thriving nation.
• Nazi Germany: In the years leading up to World War II, the Nazi regime used a combination of propaganda and scapegoating to keep the German people distracted and in line. By creating enemies both foreign and domestic, they were able to centralize power and manipulate the population into supporting destructive policies. As the German people were kept in a state of confusion and fear, the government took greater control over their lives.

The Missing 300,000 Children: A Silent Crisis
Compounding this crisis is the fate of over 300,000 unaccompanied children who crossed the border under the current administration and are now unaccounted for. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) initially placed these children with sponsors across the U.S., but there has been little to no follow-up, and many of these children have simply disappeared. Investigative reports from sources like The New York Times have raised concerns that some of these children may be at risk of human trafficking, forced labor, or other forms of exploitation.

Despite these alarming figures, the government has not provided clear answers on the whereabouts of these children or why the system failed so dramatically. This silent crisis has raised serious questions about the administration’s competence in handling immigration and the protection of vulnerable minors.

Conclusion: The American Dream at a Crossroads
The current administration’s immigration policies, combined with its failure to care for veterans and provide relief to hardworking taxpayers, are crushing the American Dream. Inflation is making it impossible for families to afford homes or even basic necessities, while the government allocates resources to migrants. The rise in housing costs and the strain on local infrastructure are pushing Americans to their breaking point.

History has shown that when governments use chaos and division to control their citizens, it is the people who suffer. Unless something changes, the U.S. may be heading down a similar path. It’s time for the government to prioritize its citizens—the veterans who fought for this country, the taxpayers who keep the nation running, and the families struggling to stay afloat—before it’s too late.

References:

1. National Coalition for Homeless Veterans, “Homelessness Among U.S. Veterans,” 2022.
2. National Association of Realtors, “Housing Market Trends,” 2023.
3. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), “Unaccompanied Children Released to Sponsors,” 2023.
4. The New York Times, “Missing Migrant Children: Thousands at Risk,” 2023.
5. The Associated Press, “Federal Agencies Struggle to Track Migrant Children,” 2022.
6. The Atlantic, “The Fall of the Roman Empire: Lessons for Modern America,” 2022.
7. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), “Southwest Land Border Encounters,” 2022.