Quote by Elton Gallegly
In addition, California spends nearly $1 billion a year in Medi-Cal services for an average of 780,000 illegal immigrants a month, over and above emergency health services.
Summary
This quote highlights the financial burden that California faces due to the provision of healthcare services, specifically Medi-Cal, to a large number of undocumented immigrants. The state spends a substantial amount, around $1 billion annually, on medical services for approximately 780,000 undocumented immigrants each month, which includes non-emergency care as well. This statistic emphasizes the significant cost incurred by California in catering to the healthcare needs of this population and reflects the ongoing debate regarding public resources being utilized to support individuals lacking legal status.