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Migrants flood Chicago as border crisis overwhelms city resources

Governor Abbott sending migrants to Chicago after threat to sue rogue operators.

In a surprising turn of events, Governor Greg Abbott of Texas has made a bold move by sending over 120 migrants to the bustling city of Chicago. This decision comes as a response to Mayor Brandon Johnson's threat to sue what he refers to as 'rogue operators of migrant buses.' The issue at hand has shed light on the struggles faced by border states on a daily basis.

Currently, approximately 300 migrants find themselves spending their Christmas on the floors of O'Hare International Airport in Chicago. The city has struggled to keep up with the growing demand for shelters, which has resulted in this unfortunate situation. However, it is crucial to note that this number is only a fraction of what border towns experience regularly.

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