Utah Governor Demands Denver Stop Sending Illegal Immigrants to His State

Utah Governor Spencer Cox is demanding that Denver stop sending illegal immigrants to his state, saying the city's actions are overwhelming Utah's resources.

Utah Governor Spencer Cox is demanding that Denver stop sending illegal immigrants to his state, saying the city's actions are overwhelming Utah's resources.

In a letter to Denver Mayor Michael Hancock, Cox said that Denver is "exporting its homeless problem" to Utah by sending illegal immigrants to the state. He said that Utah is already struggling to provide services to its own homeless population and that Denver's actions are making the situation worse.

Utah Governor Demands Denver Stop Sending Illegal Immigrants to His State

"Utah is a compassionate state, and we are always willing to help those in need," Cox wrote. "However, we cannot continue to be the dumping ground for Denver's homeless problem."

Cox's letter comes after a report by the Denver Post found that the city has been sending illegal immigrants to Utah and other states for years. The report found that Denver has spent millions of dollars on bus tickets and other transportation costs to send illegal immigrants out of the city.

Utah Governor Demands Denver Stop Sending Illegal Immigrants to His State

Denver officials have defended their actions, saying that they are simply trying to help illegal immigrants get to their desired destinations. They have also said that they are not responsible for what happens to the immigrants once they leave Denver.

However, Cox said that Denver's actions are having a negative impact on Utah. He said that the state is spending millions of dollars on services for illegal immigrants, including housing, food, and medical care. He also said that the influx of illegal immigrants is putting a strain on Utah's schools and other public resources.

Utah Governor Demands Denver Stop Sending Illegal Immigrants to His State

"Denver's actions are not only inhumane, they are also illegal," Cox wrote. "I am calling on you to stop sending illegal immigrants to Utah immediately."

Hancock has not yet responded to Cox's letter.

The issue of illegal immigration has been a source of tension between Utah and Denver for years. In 2019, Utah passed a law that made it a crime to transport illegal immigrants into the state. However, the law was overturned by a federal judge.

Cox's letter is the latest sign that the issue of illegal immigration is still a major concern for Utah. The state is likely to continue to pressure Denver to stop sending illegal immigrants to Utah.

The issue of illegal immigration is a complex one with no easy solutions. However, it is important to remember that illegal immigrants are human beings who deserve to be treated with dignity and respect. We should not be using them as political pawns.