CT GOP Leaders Respond to News Conference on Immigration Issues

House Republican Leader Vincent Candelora and Senate Minority Leader Stephen Harding today released the following statement in response to the capitol news conference on immigration issues held by advocates as well as state and local Democrat leaders:

“Most people agree our nation’s immigration system is broken, and here in Connecticut, Republicans understand the serious financial strain it places on our state.

Funding for essential programs and services is at risk as Medicaid costs—particularly free healthcare for illegal immigrants—continue to surge.

But instead of tackling these challenges, Democrats are plotting to undo the fiscal guardrails entirely, not just to preserve this costly benefit but to fund their broader, unsustainable agenda.

Ignoring these fiscal realities would take us back to the reckless practices of the past, jeopardizing Connecticut’s hard-earned financial stability.

Taxpayers shouldn’t be forced to foot the bill for an unsecure border and unchecked spending while Democrats refuse to implement responsible reforms.”