Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency has uncovered a controversial $59 million allocation by the Federal Emergency Management Agency to luxury hotels in New York City for housing illegal aliens.

Musk claims this expenditure misused taxpayer dollars, violating federal law and a presidential executive order.

According to Musk, FEMA’s funds were originally intended for American disaster relief but were instead directed toward accommodations for illegal aliens, including stays at the Roosevelt Hotel.

This historic hotel, owned by Pakistan International Airlines, has drawn additional scrutiny as concerns rise over U.S. taxpayer money indirectly benefiting a foreign government.

Critics of the expenditure argue that using federal disaster relief funds in this manner is a clear misallocation of resources that should be prioritized for American citizens in need. Meanwhile, others contend that providing humane housing for illegal aliens is necessary, given the ongoing immigration crisis.

The revelation has prompted President Donald Trump to call for a comprehensive review of FEMA’s spending practices. His administration is now considering reforms to prevent similar cases of financial mismanagement in the future.

Musk’s findings have fueled a broader debate over government accountability and the responsible use of taxpayer money. The DOGE initiative, created to root out wasteful government spending, is expected to continue investigating how FEMA and other agencies allocate their funds and ensure adherence to their designated mandates.