A Facebook post claims that the federal government is giving each immigrant living in the country illegally $4,000, while senior citizens on Social Security only receive an average of $1,200 per month. This claim is false on two counts. There is no program giving $4,000 to each unauthorized immigrant, and the average monthly Social Security payment for retirees in August 2024 was actually over $1,900, not $1,200 as stated in the post. The post likely distorts a New York City grant program that provides one-time $4,000 payments to some immigrant families moving out of shelters.
The post mischaracterizes and misrepresents key issues surrounding immigration and entitlement programs like Social Security during the 2024 election season. It is important to note that the federal government is not giving cash payments or gratuities to unauthorized immigrants. The post’s claim appears to be based on a New York City program that provides grant money to help certain immigrant families transition out of homeless shelters. Additionally, the average monthly Social Security benefit for retirees in August 2024 was $1,920, slightly higher than in January of the same year.
Overall, the claim in the Facebook post is misleading and inaccurate. It is crucial to fact-check and verify information before sharing it to ensure accuracy and prevent the spread of misinformation.
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