![]() The Republican approach is anchored in xenophobia and fanning the flames of hatred and distrust and of irresponsible policies that will do nothing to solve the problem.” And then we have the extreme MAGA Republican approach that is not anchored in facts or data or thoughtful, compassionate solutions, consistent with who we are as Americans. One, a nation anchored, of course, in the rule of law, but a nation of immigrants, people who come from all across the world to form the gorgeous mosaic that is America and the diversity in America that is and should continue to be the envy of the world,” said Democratic Leader Jeffries. “We do have a broken immigration system here in the United States of America, and it does require a thoughtful and comprehensive solution, an approach that is anchored in our values as a country based on two pillars. Citizenship Act is built on a fundamental truth: we can have safe, secure borders and policies that reflect our values as a nation of immigrants.” The Child Deportation Act embraces the same failed, xenophobic policies that promise harsh enforcement and nothing more. Citizenship Act will help us grow our economy, make our borders safer and more secure, and deliver a pathway to citizenship for millions of immigrants already living and working here.”Ĭongresswoman Sánchez continued: “Meanwhile, House Republicans are pushing a bill that neglects the people behind immigration policy. Citizenship Act-a bold, transformative framework that will help fix our broken immigration system,” said Congresswoman Linda T. ![]() ![]() “As the daughter of immigrant parents from Mexico, I am honored to introduce the U.S. It would also prioritize family reunification and keeping families together and bolster the country’s long-term economic growth. The bill would provide millions of hardworking, undocumented immigrants with a pathway to earned citizenship, including Dreamers, Temporary Protective Status (TPS) recipients, and essential workers who have made enormous sacrifices during the pandemic. The legislation would equip the country to responsibly manage the border with smart and effective investments, address the root causes of migration that force people to leave Central America, and restore the United States’ commitment to human rights. 2, the Child Deportation Act, legislation proposed by House Republicans that would hurt immigrant and border communities and negatively impact the nation’s economy.ĭemocratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar, Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) Chair Nanette Barragán, Representative Veronica Escobar (D-TX), Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) Chair Judy Chu (D-CA), and Vice Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus Yvette Clarke (D-NY) all spoke at the press conference. For the announcement, Sánchez joined Democratic leaders to respond to H.R. Citizenship Act of 2023, a bold, inclusive, and humane vision for the future of the United States immigration system. WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Linda T.
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