Rep. Ryan Zinke, U.S. Representative for Montana's 1st District | Official U.S. House headshot
Rep. Ryan Zinke, U.S. Representative for Montana's 1st District | Official U.S. House headshot
Rep. Zinke criticized the Biden Administration and dark money groups for moving illegal immigrants into Montana, stating, "The only way an illegal immigrant from South America ends up in Montana is if a 'nonprofit' connected with the Biden Administration moves them there."
Flathead County Commissioner Randy Brodehl expressed concern over the increasing trend of illegal immigrants being moved into the county, noting that they lack the resources to accommodate such a large influx of people.
Flathead County Sheriff Brian Heino raised alarm over the strain that the growing undocumented population is putting on law enforcement and resources in the county, saying, "My worry is that our ability to protect the citizens of Flathead County will be limited by the strain of the undocumented population."
The situation in Montana has sparked outrage and concern among local officials who feel overwhelmed by the influx of illegal immigrants into their communities.
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