Ohio Attorney General Orders Investigation into Surge of Migrants

BREAKING NEWS: Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost Orders Investigation into Surge of Migrants

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has ordered an investigation into the reported surge of migrants being transported to the state from the southern border. Yost, a Republican, said in a statement Friday that he is "deeply concerned" about the situation and has directed his office to investigate whether any laws are being broken.

Yost's Concerns About the Situation

Yost said he is particularly concerned about reports that some of the migrants are being housed in hotels near schools and daycares. He said this poses a potential safety risk to children.

The attorney general also said he is concerned about the financial burden that the influx of migrants could place on Ohio taxpayers. He said the state should not be responsible for the costs of housing and providing other services to migrants who are not citizens of the United States.

What the Investigation Will Entail

The investigation will focus on several areas, including:

• Whether any laws are being broken in the transportation of migrants to Ohio
• The safety of housing migrants near schools and daycares
• The financial burden that the influx of migrants could place on Ohio taxpayers

Yost said he expects the investigation to be completed within 30 days. He said he will release the findings of the investigation to the public.

The Surge of Migrants in Ohio

The surge of migrants in Ohio is part of a nationwide trend. In recent months, thousands of migrants have been released from federal custody into the United States. Many of these migrants have been transported to states and cities across the country, including Ohio.

The influx of migrants has put a strain on resources in many communities. Some states and cities have struggled to provide housing and other services to the migrants. There have also been concerns about the safety of migrants and the potential for crime.