Unmarked Tucson Building Sparks Investigation

Staffers at unmarked building refuse to answer questions about housing migrants

In a recent Fox News report, host Rachel Campos-Duffy faced resistance from workers at an unmarked Tucson building suspected of housing migrants in Arizona. The facility, named Casa Alitas, removed all exterior signs, raising suspicions about its nature as a non-governmental organization (NGO) housing illegal immigrants.

Campos-Duffy received a tip about the facility and attempted to investigate. Upon inquiring about booking a room, a woman behind the hotel counter asked her to leave, stating it was “private property.” Refusing to provide details, the woman summoned security to escort Campos-Duffy out.

Secrecy Surrounding Migrant Housing Facility

During the encounter, Campos-Duffy questioned whether the facility received government funding to house migrants. The staff remained tight-lipped, and another worker covered up her name tag after being identified as part of the shelter listed as “Casa Alitas” on her badge.

“This is an NGO paid for by government money,”

Campos-Duffy asserted, highlighting the lack of transparency and the public’s demand for answers.

Fox News Investigation into Migrant Housing

The incident is part of a broader Fox News investigation into locations used for housing illegal immigrants nationwide. Data from U.S. Customs and Border Protection indicates that illegal border crossings are primarily occurring in Arizona and California.

Surge in Migrants in Tucson Sector

The Tucson Sector, in particular, has been grappling with a surge in migrants. In December, Democratic Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs deployed the state’s national guard to address the situation at the border with Mexico. The sector set a new record for weekly encounters when officials encountered over 17,500 migrants in one week.

Casa Alitas’ Mission and Lack of Transparency

Casa Alitas, according to its website, describes itself as providing shelter, necessities, and travel assistance to asylum-seeking families after their release from Border Patrol and ICE detention.

The program operates under Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona and relies on a network of faith collaborators, government agencies, universities, and non-governmental organizations to support migrant families passing through Southern Arizona border communities. However, the recent lack of transparency has raised concerns and sparked inquiries into the nature of the NGO’s operations.