Rockford Sun

State Representative John M. Cabello has praised the Winnebago County Sheriff's Department for their efficient handling of a plane transporting migrants that landed in Rockford. In a statement released on Sunday, Rep. Cabello expressed his appreciation for the department's response to the situation.

"I commend the Winnebago County Sheriff's Department for their efficient handling of the migrant plane arriving at the Rockford airport early Sunday morning," said Rep. Cabello.

However, Rep. Cabello also expressed his concern about the lack of resources in the area to deal with such a crisis. He stated, "My only wish is that the plane would have been promptly re-fueled to return the migrants to their country of origin. Our area lacks the resources to handle a crisis of this magnitude, so it's crucial to send a clear message discouraging this from continuing in the future."

Rep. Cabello emphasized the need for proper planning and resources to handle influxes of migrants. He called on the state of Illinois to prioritize the safety and economic well-being of its existing residents.

"We are not equipped to handle such influxes without proper planning and resources," Rep. Cabello said. "The state of Illinois should prioritize our existing residents, their safety, and their economic well-being."

For further inquiries, please contact State Representative John M. Cabello.

For additional details, please follow this link: https://repcabello.com/2024/01/03/statement-from-rep-cabello-on-migrant-plane-landing-in-rockford/