U.S. senators are sounding alarms after visiting Guantanamo Bay's migrant detention facility, slamming its operations as a 'financial black hole' and demanding immediate changes. 💸 The delegation accused the Trump-era initiative of squandering $XX million annually (exact figures remain classified) while straining military readiness—all during a politically charged debate over border policies.
🗣️ 'A Misguided Use of Resources'
Lawmakers called the base—best known for housing post-9/11 detainees—a 'staggering misuse of taxpayer funds,' with one senator stating: 'We're using Navy personnel as prison guards instead of deploying them for national security priorities.' The facility currently holds [number] migrants under controversial post-2018 policies.
🔍 Why It Matters
Guantanamo's pivot to migrant detention has reignited debates about America's approach to immigration, military spending, and transparency. With costs reportedly higher per detainee than federal prisons, critics argue the model is unsustainable. Meanwhile, advocates stress the humanitarian toll of prolonged detentions—though specifics remain shrouded in secrecy.
