Politics & Government

Lightfoot Urges Texas Governor Not To Send More Migrants To Chicago

"We simply have no more shelters, spaces or resources to accommodate an increase of individuals at this level," the mayor wrote in a letter.

Lightfoot is raising the red flag in a new letter to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott.
Lightfoot is raising the red flag in a new letter to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott. (CBS Chicago)

CHICAGO (CBS) — The migrant crisis, which has overwhelmed city agencies and local volunteer organizations, is set to enter a new chapter this week.

Mayor Lori Lightfoot is raising the red flag in a new letter to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott as his administration is expected to send another wave of migrants to cities across the country, including Chicago.

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