FIRST ON FOX: Red state suing Biden admin for unleashing ‘chaos’ on schools through open border
The state of Oklahoma has taken a bold stance against the Biden administration, filing a lawsuit to hold them accountable for the \”massive chaos\” that their open border policies have unleashed on the public school system. Led by the Oklahoma State Department of Education and Superintendent Ryan Walters, the lawsuit targets the Department of Homeland Security and Immigration and Customs Enforcement, demanding a refund of approximately $470 million that the state has spent on educating thousands of illegal immigrant children over the past four years.
According to Walters, public schools in Oklahoma are struggling to cope with an influx of illegal immigrant children, who are overwhelming resources and limiting opportunities for taxpaying citizens’ children. With nearly 3,000 unaccompanied migrant children placed in the state, the system is under immense strain, requiring additional resources such as certified teachers for students with limited English proficiency, transportation, and individualized education plans. This strain has long-term effects on school budgets and the quality of education for all students in the state.
Walters described the situation as chaotic, with students bearing the brunt of the Biden administration’s failed border policies. He emphasized that President Biden and Vice President Harris have intentionally allowed this chaos to unfold, putting students at risk. Despite the upcoming transition to the Trump administration, Oklahoma taxpayers are still grappling with the costs of the previous administration’s policies.
Highlighting a recent interview with ICE Director P.J. Lechleitner, who admitted that the Biden administration should have acted sooner to shut down the border, Walters stressed the need for accountability. He called on other states to join Oklahoma in holding the Biden administration responsible for the chaos they have caused in schools and communities across the country.
By taking legal action, Oklahoma aims to protect its students and ensure that education is back on track. Walters urged other states to follow suit, emphasizing the importance of data and information in supporting the Trump administration’s efforts to address the impact of illegal immigration on schools and states.
In conclusion, Oklahoma is determined to hold President Biden and Vice President Harris accountable for the challenges posed by illegal immigration. Through this lawsuit, the state seeks to protect its taxpayers and students, sending a strong message that chaos and neglect will not be tolerated in the education system.
