WASHINGTON, D.C. — Two Republicans and two Democrats are working together to extend protections for people from Afghanistan who are already in the United States. The following is a quote from Jennie Murray, President and CEO of the National Immigration Forum:
“So many people who fought alongside us for decades would not be safe returning to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan. We owe it to them to continue to provide safety.”
“Americans want Republicans and Democrats to work together on fair, firm and compassionate immigration solutions. We are glad to see a good example of such work.
“Resettled Afghans live, work, and contribute alongside us in our communities and neighborhoods. With so many of them losing their protections, we should honor that service by upholding our promise to provide safety and allow them to remain here. Incorporating secure vetting standards, including complete criminal and national-security background checks, this bill is an important step to provide protection and security to our allies who are already here.”