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DOJ Closes Migrant Welfare Loophole, Boosts American Jobs

12/22/2025

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The Department of Justice announced on December 16 that it will close a loophole allowing migrants to access taxpayer-funded aid, a policy from President Bill Clinton's administration.
The new rule prohibits migrants from claiming welfare, food stamps, and healthcare subsidies.
Proponents argue this will increase wages and job opportunities for Americans.
White House counselor Stephen Miller criticized past bureaucratic actions that undermined the welfare reform law.

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The Department of Justice announced on December 16 that it will close a loophole allowing migrants to access taxpayer-funded aid, a policy from President Bill Clinton's administration.
The new rule prohibits migrants from claiming welfare, food stamps, and healthcare subsidies.
Proponents argue this will increase wages and job opportunities for Americans.
White House counselor Stephen Miller criticized past bureaucratic actions that undermined the welfare reform law.