In light of a recent Supreme Court ruling, over 100 cities across the U.S. have enacted bans on homeless camping, aiming to address the growing homelessness crisis. However, this patchwork of policies prompted significant debate among advocates and experts. Many argue that these bans may exacerbate homelessness rather than alleviate it, as evidenced by recent enforcement actions like those in Maine and Kentucky. Critics point out that enforcing such bans—often through criminalization—does not solve the underlying issues associated with homelessness. Instead, calls for a focus on housing solutions and comprehensive support for those affected are gaining traction, with several experts suggesting that simply sweeping the problem away will not lead to meaningful change.