Venezuelan TikToker sparks outrage after bragging about getting $1,000 a month to live in New York
Posted on 03/14/24 at 14:43
- A Venezuelan TikToker sparks controversy.
- He says he receives $1000 per month from the city.
- People say he’s abusing the system.
A viral video featuring a Venezuelan TikToker living in New York City has sparked a wave of criticism and controversy.
TikTok user Yimder has claimed to be receiving $1,000 a month from the city and says he doesn’t have to pay rent.
Yimder’s statements have stirred outrage on social media, where many are accusing him of abusing the system.
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The man stated in the video that he feels «very happy and content» for the support that he says Venezuelans have received in the United States.
He says there are other Venezuelan immigrants who are benefiting from this program.
«A year living for free in New York City, a year living for free in the United States,» Yimder said in the viral video.
«Very happy and content for all the support that they have given us as Venezuelans, we are extremely grateful,» he added.
Venezuelan TikToker sparks controversy
«Here, they give us all the benefits, everything is maintained in the best way for us migrants,» the Venezuelan TikToker said.
In addition to stating that he hasn’t had to worry about paying rent, the man claimed that the money he earns from his job is mainly spent on clothing and other items.
«It’s not our fault that you have to come to another country and immediately start with your responsibilities of paying rent, working and having to make a lot of money,» he added.
«What we generate through work is to dress well, to eat well and to go out and explore the wonders of this country,» Yimder shared on TikTok.
‘The true American dream’
In another video, Yimder said that he was born in «a blessed country» and that’s why he can live well in the United States.
«I’m not going to follow the steps of frustration and anxiety and those of ‘this was the true American dream,'» he told his TikTok followers.
His comments have not been well-received by his online audience, who consider it unfair for a person to receive economic benefits without contributing fairly to the system.
Yimder quickly began receiving criticism on social media, where people expressed their dismay with what they perceive as an abuse of the social welfare system.
Social media reactions to the Venezuelan TikToker
Many pointed out that they work and contribute to the economy, while individuals like Yimder seem to enjoy benefits without assuming responsibilities.
«So many people on the streets, and if they are American, they don’t help them, but they help these people, I don’t understand the country.» «What a disgusting person.» «I hope they deport you,» were some comments.
«That’s called being freeloaders, starving to death.» «I want to see your face when Donald Trump gets reelected.» «What a shameless person,» others added.
«Let’s help more by sending this video to immigration so that he also gets his court appointment and starts working.» «Take advantage, brother, nothing lasts forever.» To see the Venezuelan TikToker click HERE and HERE.