Because the world is in economic recession, which worsened since this drama happened, and our country will bear the burden of all of these consequences.
Private prison companies are now listed on the New York Stock exchange and are doing quite well in a time of economic recession (and depression in some communities). But that's just the tip of the iceberg.
In an economic recession, naturally, when you ask people to list their priorities, they're going to place a higher priority on the immediate economic situation.