Rep. Espaillat Issues Statement on World Refugee Day
June 20, 2019
June 20, 2019
WASHINGTON, June 20 -- Rep. Adriano Espaillat, D-New York, issued the following statement in recognition of World Refugee Day:
"Today, on World Refugee Day, we reflect on our continuing obligation to provide protections and asylum for the millions who have fled their homes due to persecution and fear when faced with unimaginable challenges.
"The United States must continue to provide refuge for asylum seekers and individuals who face extraordinary instability . . .
"Today, on World Refugee Day, we reflect on our continuing obligation to provide protections and asylum for the millions who have fled their homes due to persecution and fear when faced with unimaginable challenges.
"The United States must continue to provide refuge for asylum seekers and individuals who face extraordinary instability . . .