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Undocumented Immigrants Cut from Taxpayer Benefits, $374M Saved

7/11/2025

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In a significant policy shift, the Department of Health and Human Services has declared that undocumented immigrants will no longer be eligible for taxpayer-funded benefits. HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. emphasized that this decision safeguards resources for American citizens, potentially boosting Head Start services by an impressive $374 million each year for those in need.

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In a significant policy shift, the Department of Health and Human Services has declared that undocumented immigrants will no longer be eligible for taxpayer-funded benefits. HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. emphasized that this decision safeguards resources for American citizens, potentially boosting Head Start services by an impressive $374 million each year for those in need.