Washington, D.C. — Today, we pay tribute to the men and women who have served our country in the United States armed forces, including immigrants who have proudly worn the uniform in service to our nation. The following is a quote from Jennie Murray, President and CEO of the Forum:
“The strength of America has always come from people willing to serve something greater than themselves. Today, we honor those who serve in our armed forces. Among them are nearly 50,000 immigrants who stand shoulder to shoulder with native-born Americans in defending our nation and protecting the freedoms we all cherish.
“As we honor and thank them for their service, we should remember that many immigrants in military service, their families and noncitizen veterans continue to face uncertainty. Congress and the Administration should work together on solutions that recognize and honor the sacrifices these men and women make in defense of our nation.”