Tuesday, September 5, 2017

More on Trump Ending DACA (Page 2)

Source: House of Representatives

Below are Statements from House Representatives about DACA Continued from page 1. (Check back for updates on this page)

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House Representative Michael T. McCaul (R-TX, 10th)

“President Trump’s elimination of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program is a cruel betrayal of 800,000 young DREAMers who love this country and call America home. Deporting college students, first responders, and service members who came to America as children is bigoted, callous, and does nothing to make America stronger.

“House Republican leadership must immediately bring legislation to the House Floor to preserve DACA and protect DREAMers from deportation. House Democrats are united and we will fight to protect DREAMers and the best of American values they represent.”

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House Representative A. Donald McEachin (D VA, 4th)

“Today, the Trump Administration punished young people for choices made by their parents and penalized them for striving for the American dream - working hard and getting a good education.

“President Trump used Attorney General Jeff Sessions to inform Americans that the program ‘is being rescinded’ to ‘limit’ the number of immigrants we accept into our country. Study after study has demonstrated that DACA recipients go to school, work good jobs and contribute back – in tax dollars and brain power – to our country and our economy. Instead of appreciating their contributions, this administration has once again demonstrated their narrow, bigoted view of what makes this country great.

“The policy announced today only serves to undermine young people who have done nothing to deserve forced separation from their friends, family, and community. Against the advice of lawmakers from both sides of the aisle, President Trump is proceeding with terminating this program. One cannot help but wonder if this President's real motivation is to undo this program because it began under President Obama’s leadership.

“Let's do what we know is right – allow these young people to remain here, in the country they call home, to earn an honest living, to attend school, and to pursue the American Dream.

“I stand with the Dreamers, and I urge all of my colleagues in both chambers of Congress to do the same.”

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House Representative James McGovern (D-MA, 2nd)

“Today’s decision by President Trump to rescind DACA yet again shows us the cruelty and ugliness of his Administration. Instead of displaying leadership on this issue and working with Congress on a solution rather than ending the program, the President has again given in to his worst instincts and supported the voices of hate and bigotry.

“If President Trump actually took the time to talk to DREAMers, he would know that they are proud Americans who contribute to and grow our economy -- they are our neighbors, our friends, and members of our military. They are nurses, engineers, and entrepreneurs. Most were brought here as very young children and worked hard to become responsible community members.

“Forcing these young people to leave the only home they have ever known will needlessly destroy hundreds of thousands of families. Speaker Ryan and House Republicans must immediately bring up legislation to protect DREAMers from the Trump Administration’s heartless decision. Until then, DREAMers should know that the doors to my office are always open to anyone in need of assistance and my office will always be a safe haven.”

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House Representative Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA, 5th)

“I’ve long said I didn’t agree with the way the previous administration went about enacting DACA, but we must protect children who are already here in this country and those who are currently protected under DACA. That principle is fundamental for me. It’s also clear that we must work in Congress to provide long-term certainty for DACA recipients, like those here in Eastern Washington, and recognize their unique circumstances and the value they bring to the country as students, job-holders, members of the military, and members of society. I’m committed to working with my colleagues in the House to establish common sense policies for children of immigrants, policies that recognize that many of these children came to our country at no fault of their own.”

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House Representative Luke Messer (R-IA, 6th)

“Hoosiers want us to follow the Constitution and uphold our immigration laws. President Trump’s decision today is a step toward finally addressing illegal immigration in our country,” Messer said. “Let's remember, President Obama's decision to unilaterally rewrite our laws was illegal. Now, Congress has its chance to pass legislation that secures our border, restores rule of law and delivers on our promises to the American people. The details of any legislation addressing DACA’s phase out will matter, and I am eager to get to work on a solution.”

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House Representative Seth Moulton (D-MA, 6th)

“DACA has allowed thousands of innocent children to come out of the shadows and get their rightful shot at the American Dream. Repealing DACA puts our friends, neighbors, colleagues, students, and service members at risk of deportation. It is cruel and unusual, and clearly motivated purely by anti-immigrant political pandering. We should be working together, the President and Congress, Democrats and Republicans, on comprehensive immigration reform that includes improved border security and an earned path to citizenship for those who are already part of our communities. I condemn any attempt to repeal DACA and will fight to protect it.”

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House Representative Grace Napolitano (D-CA, 32nd)

“DACA has opened the door for the nearly 800,000 DREAMers who have come forward, passed background checks, and have been granted permission to live and work legally in America without the fear of being deported. Many have already been able to fulfill their dreams of attending and completing college and are working legally, paying taxes and contributing to their communities. Over three-quarters of a million young people kept their promise to the only nation they know and love, only to see that nation turn its back on them. This is unconscionable.

“Instead of working with Congress to find a solution, President Trump cowered to the most extreme, divisive voices in our country. With a change of heart from the compassion he pledged to show to DACA recipients, he is now stripping away their protection and peace of mind while heightening their fears. It is what many Congressional Republicans long sought to do: undercut the stability, hope, and opportunity that the DACA program offered to millions of children. We fought tirelessly against these attacks and will not rest until justice is delivered. We stand with these courageous DREAMers who deserve our support and every opportunity to succeed. Congress must act urgently to protect DREAMers and immigrant families from this heartless decision by the President.”

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House Representative Donald Norcross (D-NJ, 1st)

“DACA improves the lives of young people who know no other country than America and it helps grow the American economy.

“The Administration’s heartless decision could force hundreds of thousands of young people out of the workforce, upend the lives of families and create disruptions for businesses across the country. Any of these effects individually would make the decision ill-advised – together they are unconscionable.

“We need comprehensive immigration reform – like the plan that passed the Senate in 2015 – that provides a pathway to citizenship and enhances our security. I stand ready to work with my colleagues on the other side of the aisle on this, but until it happens, I strongly urge the President to reconsider.

“This decision goes against American values and undermines the fact that America is a nation of immigrants.”

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House Representative Tom O’Halleran (D-AZ, 1st)

“Over the past eight months, I have had the chance to meet with many young Arizona DREAMers who have been given the chance to pursue the American Dream due, in part, to the DACA program. These hardworking men and women have had the opportunity to receive a college education, find meaningful jobs, and most importantly, give back to the country they call home,” said Rep. O’Halleran. “President Trump’s decision to end DACA is troubling, and it will do real harm to countless families who will be torn apart. It is callous and detrimental to America’s future.”

Implemented in 2012, DACA has allowed young, undocumented immigrants who entered the country as minors to receive renewable work permits and a deferment from deportation for two years. In Arizona, an end to the DACA program would force thousands of young workers out of their jobs and cost the state more than $1.3 billion.

“I am disappointed that the President is unable to see the good that this program has done for the lives of these young people and our economy,” continued O’Halleran. “Now more than ever, Congress must act. I am ready to work alongside my Republican and Democratic colleagues to protect DREAMers and pass bipartisan, comprehensive immigration reform.”

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House Representative Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ, 6th)

“President Trump has made it a priority to target immigrants and falsely use them as scapegoats for our nation’s challenges,” said Pallone. “He has now chosen to focus his hateful policies on those who entered our country as minors and have only known America as their home. Ending DACA is a cruel action that will result in young people being ripped away from their lives and families. Without DACA, they will simply have no home to return to. I know that together we will do everything within our power to fight the Trump administration’s decision.”

“By ending DACA over a six month period, President Trump is also trying to please his base, with the intent on blaming Congress if it does not act. It is the responsibility of Congress to now rise above this political gamesmanship, save DACA and protect DREAMers from this cruel decision.”

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House Representative Jimmy Panetta (D-CA, 20th)

“DREAMers who were brought here as children have proven to be essential to the future of our country. President Trump’s decision to end the DACA program slams the door in the face of countless young people who contribute to the communities in which they have lived for most of their lives. As a result of his decision, these young people will be forced to leave the only country that they have called home and undocumented immigrant families will continue to live in fear of being split up.

“As a nation of immigrants, we must continue to support those who positively contribute to our country and have the vision and the drive to make it better. That is why, as a nation of laws, Congress must work together to pass bipartisan legislation to allow DREAMers to continue to work, contribute to, and live in this country. On the central coast of California, we understand and appreciate that our community is stronger because of the contributions made by people willing to come to this country and improve our society.”

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House Representative Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-NJ, 9th)

"Attorney General Sessions gave a shameful presentation that stroked a false narrative of DACA recipients and President Trump showed cowardice for not announcing his decision himself. Ending the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) initiative is a deliberate and unjust act of cruelty," Rep Pascrell said. "By placing nearly 800,000 young immigrant workers lives in limbo, this decision will tear families apart, do nothing to improve our broken immigration system, and wipe out one and a half billion dollars in New Jersey’s economy alone."

"President Trump just lit a fuse under hard-working, tax-paying young Americans and he’s leaving it to Congress to put it out. DACA was always meant to be a temporary initiative, and Congress must respond immediately by creating a permanent legislative solution to protect the American dream for these aspiring Americans," Rep Pascrell said. "As Congress works to achieve this goal, I will continue fighting any effort to use these dreamers as a bargaining chip to further the Republican Party’s anti-immigration agenda."

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House Representative Steve Pearce (R-NM, 2nd)

“We in New Mexico understand the harmful and damaging effects that temporary patchwork solutions to our nation’s immigration system can have on families. This kind of flawed reform fails to provide certainty and leaves millions with an illusion of hope. Since arriving in Congress, I have fought to make reforms to our nation’s immigration policies so that the system is fair and just for all. The truth is, the current DACA program is a short-term solution that does not achieve these goals. It is only a temporary fix for millions of young adults who have only ever known the United States as home. I will continue to work with my colleagues in Congress for fairness, justice, and family unity, and will fight for a permanent change for DREAMERS that ensures both current and future generations do not face the same challenges and burdens.”

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House Representative Nancy Pelosi (D-CA, 12th)

“President Trump’s decision to end DACA is a deeply shameful act of political cowardice and a despicable assault on innocent young people in communities across America. Deporting DREAMers means destroying the lives of hundreds of thousands of patriotic young people, costing the economy billions and betraying the fundamental values of the American Dream.

“The President’s cruel and heartless decision to start deporting DREAMers in six months demands an immediate response from the Republican Congress. Speaker Ryan and the Republican House leadership must bring the DREAM Act to the floor for a vote without delay.”

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House Representative Ed Perlmutter (D-CO, 7th)

“The Trump Administration’s decision to end DACA is disgraceful. We are a nation of immigrants and a nation of opportunity but the administration has pulled the rug out from under these folks leaving them with the fear of being separated from their family and the only life they’ve ever known.

“Terminating this program goes against our values as a country and only panders to a narrow group of the President’s base supporters. It will also have a disastrous impact on our economy. Nearly 800,000 DREAMers, including 17,000 in Colorado, have benefitted from this program and are employed or getting an education. The loss of this program equates to a loss of roughly 700,000 jobs and billions in economic output. These individuals are our friends, neighbors, classmates and colleagues, and they contribute to and enrich our society every day.

“President Obama signed the Executive Order authorizing the DACA program largely because Congress wasn’t acting on comprehensive immigration reform. I strongly disagree with President Trump’s decision to end this program but it is now more important than ever that Congress acts quickly to protect these individuals.”

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House Representative Scott Peters (D-CA, 52nd)

“President Trump, in a display of total and complete cowardice, has outsourced the announcement to end DACA to the Attorney General – a remarkable abdication of responsibility for the heartlessness of an action that leaves 800,000 lives in the balance.

“Ending DACA is unbelievably cruel and it is un-American. It will also immediately damage our economic interests.

“Expelling hundreds of thousands of people who have known no home but the United States makes us weaker and diminishes our standing in the eyes of the world.

“Failures in leadership have led us to this point. Republicans in Congress refused to even allow a vote on comprehensive immigration reform in 2013 that would have protected DREAMers, which is what led to the creation of DACA in the first place.

“Facing this urgent deadline, Congress must finally step up, work together, and do its job. We must move swiftly to protect DREAMers and provide them and their employers with the certainty they deserve. If Congress does not act by March 6th, 2018, it is complicit in this economic and moral catastrophe.”

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House Representative Chellie Pingree (D-ME, 1st)

“Yet again President Trump has created a crisis that Congress must solve. My colleagues on both sides of the aisle, including Speaker Ryan, urged the President not to walk away from our promise to DREAMers, and now we must work together in order to clean up the mess he’s made. Putting the futures of 800,000 young people enrolled in DACA into limbo is irresponsible and inhumane. Nearly one hundred Maine residents will be immediately impacted by President Trump’s decision to deport young people who grew up here and are contributing members of our communities, and countless more minors will be forced into the shadows because DHS will no longer accept new DACA applications. Not only is it cruel to deport people to a country they wouldn’t even recognize, it would be a major disruption to our economy. I hope the House will act swiftly to pass legislation to give DREAMers a pathway to remain in the only country they’ve ever known.”

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House Representative Bruce Poliquin (R-MN, 2nd)

“Congress has waited far too long to act on serious border security and to implement an effective system to control who enters our county. It’s the federal government’s responsibility to establish immigration laws that work for current American families while welcoming those wanting to become law-abiding citizens of the United States.

“America is a country of immigrants, like my own family. However, no President can simply side-step Congress and create immigration laws on his or her own. The Constitution is clear that the Legislative branch is responsible for passing laws to be presented to the President for signature. The Obama Administration acted illegally in creating the DACA program in 2012. I strongly opposed this action—joining a resolution condemning it—because it was unconstitutional and a violation of executive power. Now, the current Administration is facing legal challenges from several states if the DACA policy continues.

“As someone who raised my son mostly as a single dad, I am particularly sensitive to the fact that a young child has little or no control over the movements of his or her family. A child should not be held responsible for the actions of parents who chose to break our immigration laws.

“There are nearly 800,000 people in the current DACA program, including 35,000 in New England. Some of these individuals grew up believing they were Americans with no knowledge of their parents’ actions. I believe if these people have been fully law-abiding members of our society, they should be protected from deportation through legislative action by Congress. At the same time, we need to continue to secure and control our borders. We need to continue our work to end illegal immigration.

“Congress must act to improve our border security; to find a solution to address those well-meaning individuals now caught in DACA status; and to update our immigration policies which reduce incentives to break the law. America can continue to be a nation of laws, border security, and controlled immigration.”

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House Representative Jared Polis (D-CO, 2nd)

“Today I am outraged that more than 17,000 Coloradans, who I consider my fellow Americans, got the news that their lives have dramatically altered by a callous and short-sighted decision of our president. By ending the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, President Trump has cast nearly one million aspiring Americans back into the shadows,” said Polis.

“The situation is dire. These aspiring Americans belong here, and they should have the ability to use their talents and pursue their dreams. I have had the honor of meeting and getting to know inspiring dreamers like Oscar, a dreamer who attended President Trump’s first State of the Union with me and wants to serve his country in our military if only we will let him; and Brithany, a CSU student who is active in her community by working as a nurse assistant in a dementia ward; as well as many many other dreamers who I will advocate for in Congress. It is past time for Congress to rise to the occasion, and do its job by creating a permanent solution to help this population, and that is why I will continue to advocate for the American Hope Act or other legislation to create a permanent way out of the shadows for Brithany, Oscar, and so many others whose stories are just as inspiring.”

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House Representative David Price (D-NC, 4th)

“President Trump’s shameful decision to rescind the DACA program puts the futures of 800,000 young Americans at risk. This callous decision isn’t just a betrayal of ‘DREAMers’ in North Carolina and across the country; it is a betrayal of the very idea of the American dream. These young people were brought to our country without their consent and have known no other country as their own. They are our neighbors, our classmates, our colleagues, and members of our Armed Services. They pledge allegiance to our flag, pay our taxes, and contribute to our economy.

President Trump has said repeatedly that he would treat DREAMers with ‘great heart.’ While we have become accustomed to his broken promises, this may be his most heartless decision yet.

Make no mistake: today’s announcement was driven entirely by cynical political calculations, not by any constitutional or legal requirement. But now that the decision has been made, Congress must act to fix it. In 2010, I voted with my colleagues in the House to pass the DREAM Act, only to see Senate Republicans defeat the measure. House leadership must bring the DREAM Act, or equivalent legislation, back to the floor for a vote without delay. We must protect these families from the anguish and suffering inflicted by the Trump Administration’s mass deportation agenda.”

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Lipinski: Congress Should Pass Bipartisan BRIDGE Act on DACA

Source: House Representative Daniel Lipinski (D-IL, 3rd)

Washington, D.C. - September 5, 2017 (The Ponder News) -- In response to President Trump’s announcement that he will be ending DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals), Congressman Dan Lipinski (IL-3) is renewing his call for Congress to pass H.R. 496, the BRIDGE (Bar Removal of Individuals who Dream and Grow our Economy) Act, which would protect recipients of DACA from the threat of deportation. Rep. Mike Coffman (CO-6), the author of the bill, has limited co-sponsorship by Democrats to those who could also gain the support of a Republican co-sponsor. Four months ago, Lipinski became only the 13th Democratic co-sponsor when he was able to bring on Republican Rep. Fred Upton (MI-6) as a supporter.

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“President Trump had said that he would ‘deal with DACA with heart,’ but now it is up to Congress to act to protect these young immigrants,” said Rep. Lipinski. “Congress can do that by passing the bipartisan BRIDGE Act which would ensure that DACA recipients continue to be protected from deportation. I have always focused on bringing people together to solve problems, so earlier this year I proactively reached across the aisle to secure Rep. Upton’s support for this bill, which enabled me to also sign on as a cosponsor. I am hopeful that others join in this bipartisan effort to do what most Americans agree is the right thing to do.”

The BRIDGE Act would grant those eligible under DACA three years of legal protection. DACA provides temporary protection from removal – as well as work authorization – to people who were brought to the United States as children, as long as they register with the government, pay a fee, and pass a criminal background check. More than 752 thousand individuals have received DACA authorization.

Under the BRIDGE Act, a current DACA recipient would receive provisional protected presence until the expiration date of his or her DACA status and could apply for continued protected presence prior to that expiration. Applicants would be required to pay a reasonable fee, undergo criminal background checks, and meet a number of eligibility criteria indicating that they came to the United States as minors, grew up in this country, have pursued an education, have not committed any serious crimes, and do not pose a threat to our country. An individual’s provisional protected presence and employment authorization would be subject to revocation by the Department of Homeland Security if it is determined that the individual no longer meets the eligibility criteria. The BRIDGE Act would provide provisional protected presence and employment authorization for three years after the date of enactment of the legislation.

Lipinski’s leadership on the BRIDGE Act has drawn praise from those concerned about the plight of those who have been given an opportunity under DACA.

“The North American Institute for Mexican Advancement (NAIMA) understands that building support for immigration issues also requires the support of centrist legislators such as Congressman Dan Lipinski,” said NAIMA President Sergio Suarez. “After meeting with the Congressman, NAIMA applauds his endorsement of the Bridge Act in support of DACA youth. Rep. Lipinski’s support, along with his work to identify a Republican colleague to join as a co-sponsor of the bill, is a significant move in support of immigrant families.”

More on Trump Ending DACA

Source: House of Representatives

In June 2012, the Obama Administration established the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) to provide temporary lawful status for children brought unlawfully to the United States. As of September 2016, more than 750,000 DACA requests were accepted.

On June 29th, ten state attorneys general sent a letter to Attorney General Jeff Sessions calling for the Secretary of Homeland Security (DHS) to phase out the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. The letter gives the administration until today to rescind the program or else the attorneys general would expand ongoing litigation (Texas v. United States) to include DACA in hopes that a federal court would strike it down.

The administration has indicated new applications for work permits under DACA will not be accepted. All existing work permits will be honored until their date of expiration, and applications that are already in the pipeline will be processed.

Below are Statements from House Representatives about DACA.

House Representative Daniel Kildee (D-MA, 5th):

“The Trump Administration’s decision to end DACA is heartbreaking. DREAMers grew up in the United States, brought here by their parents through no fault of their own, and we cannot turn our backs on them. They have registered with the government, pay income taxes and give back to the communities they live in. America is their only home.

“DREAMers make significant contributions to our economy. Nearly all DREAMers are in the workforce or in school. Our economy stands to lose hundreds of billions of dollars annually if these individuals are deported. This is not a partisan issue; business leaders and Republicans have joined Democrats in speaking out in opposition to ending DACA.

“Congress can and must act to fix our broken immigration system, including passing legislation to protect DREAMers. I have previously sponsored legislation to provide a permanent solution for these children to stay in America, become citizens and continue contributing to our country. Speaker Ryan should immediately act on legislation protecting these children from deportation. Congress failing to act will mean that Republicans are just as much to blame as President Trump for this cruel and un-American policy.”

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House Representative Adam Kinzinger (R-IL, 16th)

“America is a nation of laws, and it is the sole responsibility of Congress to create and pass legislation. President Obama bypassed Congress when he originally created the program, but in so doing, he offered a pathway for these individuals to get right with the law. In 2015, I voted to support DACA because I believe these children, who only know America to be their home, deserve an opportunity to be here legally.

“With that said, Congress now has an opportunity to act on immigration reform and we have the support here to do it. As a cosponsor of H.R. 1468, the Recognizing America’s Children (RAC) Act, it is my hope that the House will consider this legislation, sponsored by my friend and colleague Rep. Carlos Curbelo (R-FL), so we can act on this important issue sooner rather than later. It’s critical that we act on a permanent, legislative solution that allows these immigrants, individuals who have come out of the shadows and contributed to our society and economy, to stay here legally.”

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House Representative Ann Kuster (D-NH, 2nd)

“I’m deeply disappointed by President Trump’s decision to end DACA, which allows people brought to the United States as children the opportunity to work legally and live without fear of deportation,” said Congresswoman Kuster. “The young people protected by DACA are contributing to our nation in countless ways: they are serving in our military, paying taxes, and helping to create jobs and grow our economy. Diversity strengthens our fabric as a nation and this ill-advised decision is nothing more than political pandering that will hurt real people and families. Congress must act as soon as possible to reform our broken immigration system and extend protections to Dreamers across the country, including the hundreds in New Hampshire.”

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House Representative Doug Lamborn (R-CO, 5th)

"After eight years of the Obama administration dismantling our immigration laws, I’m encouraged by the President’s commitment to cracking down on illegal immigration, securing our borders, and reversing the unconstitutional DACA program. I have always opposed any type of amnesty and will continue to do so. But I also want to find meaningful solutions to this difficult problem, solutions that uphold the rule of law, protect our country, and ensure fairness in our immigration processes. I look forward to working with my colleagues in the House and Senate over the next six months to achieve these objectives and fix our broken immigration system."

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House Representative Leonard Lance (R-NJ, 7th)

“Like many of my colleagues I agree that President Obama exceeded his Constitutional authority and disregarded existing law to implement his plan for undocumented immigrants.

“Today President Trump has called on Congress to act and rightfully so. To this end, I am cosponsoring legislation that would provide a workable, permanent legislative solution for those individuals who entered our country unlawfully as children with their undocumented parents.

“Over the coming weeks I intend to work closely with my colleagues and the Administration to pass meaningful immigration reforms that will secure our borders, strengthen employment verification and provide a workable path for 'Dreamers' with DACA status.”

NOTE: Lance is cosponsoring H.R. 1468, the "Recognizing America's Children Act." The bill would grant high school graduates without a serious criminal record — and who don’t rely on public assistance — conditional immigration status. If, over a five-year period, they earn a higher-education degree, serve in the military or stay employed, they could apply for permanent residency and, eventually, citizenship. Enlisted military personnel would get to seek naturalization immediately. This bill is sponsored by Congressman Carlos Curbelo of Florida.

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House Representative Jim Langevin (D-RI, 2nd)

“Today marks a sad chapter in our country’s history. President Trump’s decision to end the DACA program is a victory for anti-immigrant ideologues and further evidence of his Administration’s general lack of empathy. DACA participants are not criminals. Their average age of immigration to the U.S. is six and half years old, and it would be a miscarriage of justice for us to punish them for their parents’ decisions.

“Implementing today’s executive action will cause devastation to youth who are active members of Rhode Island’s communities and who strive for a better future. DACA recipients work, go to school, contribute to our economy, and serve in our military. They should not live in fear of deportation, rather they should be embraced as patriotic individuals who have always considered America their home.

“During the next six months, I will do everything in my power to protect DACA recipients from the Administration’s cruel actions and to find a permanent legislative solution to fix our broken immigration system compassionately and effectively.”

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House Representative Rick Larsen (D-WA, 2nd)

“If reports are true that the administration will delay ending DACA for six months, then Congress must act soon and pass legislation to make the program permanent. The administration is not off the hook, however. It still must sign a bill Congress passes. I will work to get a bill that maintains this vital program on the administration's desk.”

Larsen is a cosponsor of the American Hope Act of 2017, a bill that aims to protect Dreamers and DACA recipients from deportation and gives them the opportunity to apply for residency status if certain requirements are met.

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House Representative John B. Larson (D-CT, 1st)

“DREAMers were brought here as minors through no fault of their own, and have attended our schools, worked in our communities and have abided by the strict rules of the DACA program. Instead of supporting them, and allowing them to continue on a path towards citizenship, President Trump is stripping 800,000 young people of their legal status. In addition, this will have an enormous effect on our economy. There are 10,000 DACA recipients in CT. If these young people are no longer able to work, and contribute to the CT economy, we can expect an annual GDP loss of $315 million. This decision by the Trump Administration is unnecessary, cruel and harmful. Congress must act now to provide relief for DREAMers. I stand ready to work with my colleagues on a fix and call on Speaker Ryan to act quickly on a solution. I support the efforts of Senators Durbin and Graham in the Senate and its counterpart in the House introduced by Rep. Roybal-Allard. I plan on cosponsoring the Dream Act of 2017. We need to pass legislation to make DACA permanent for DREAMers,”

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House Representative Barbara Lee (D-CA 13th)

“The United States of America is, has been, and will always be a nation of immigrants. As such, our immigration policies should be focused on keeping families together, not tearing them apart.

“Undocumented students who were brought to the U.S. through no fault of their own are working, going to school, living their lives, and contributing billions to the American economy. For five years, the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program has allowed these innocent young adults to remain united with their families and safely reside in their communities.

“Ending DACA in order to deport its nearly 800,000 recipients is cruel and heartless. Instead of devastating families, President Trump and Republicans should be working toward comprehensive immigration reform to permanently fix our broken immigration system.

“Since President Trump has abandoned these young people, Congress must have the courage to do the right thing. I call on my colleagues to pass bipartisan legislation that will give qualified DACA recipients a path to citizenship and move to stop the raids by ICE and CBP in our communities, which undermine public safety and erode trust between local law enforcement and immigrant communities.”

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House Representative Sander Levin (D-MI, 9th)

“President Trump’s decision is reprehensible.

“Instead of taking the lead and pledging to work with Congress to make sure that 800,000 young people can live out their dreams in the only nation they have really known, the President puts forth the whip of deportation.

“Congress must now work together and act because this not what America stands for, not only for 800,000 dreamers, but for all of us in America as each of us lives out our own dreams, as did those who came before us.”

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House Representative Ted Lieu (D-CA, 33rd)

“As an immigrant to the United States brought here when I was three years old, I know that our nation’s embrace of immigrants is what makes it great. Trump's cowardly decision to end DACA goes against the very forces that have made America an exceptional country. Deporting hundreds of thousands of Asians and Latinos—nearly half of whom were brought to the U.S. before the age of 7—is not only cruel, it will hurt our economy. One report estimates an economic loss of $460 billion over the next decade. I stand firmly with my Democratic colleagues to fight this action and do whatever we can to protect DREAMers. I call on Speaker Ryan to work with Democrats to extend the DACA program through legislation.”

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House Representative Daniel Lipinski (D-IL, 3rd)

“President Trump had said that he would ‘deal with DACA with heart,’ but now it is up to Congress to act to protect these young immigrants,” said Rep. Lipinski. “Congress can do that by passing the bipartisan BRIDGE Act which would ensure that DACA recipients continue to be protected from deportation. I have always focused on bringing people together to solve problems, so earlier this year I proactively reached across the aisle to secure Rep. Upton’s support for this bill, which enabled me to also sign on as a cosponsor. I am hopeful that others join in this bipartisan effort to do what most Americans agree is the right thing to do.”

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House Representative Zoe Lofgren (D-CA, 19th)

“President Trump’s cancellation of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program creates a moral emergency for our nation. Some 800,000 DACA recipients brought to the United States as children are today vital members of our communities and economy. They are as American as any of us – except for paperwork. President Trump’s decision to turn his back on them betrays our national character.

“The threat of court proceedings is an inadequate excuse. President Trump has never been reluctant to go to court when he thinks it would benefit him. In this instance, over 100 law professors recently affirmed that “the legal authority for the Executive Branch to operate DACA…is crystal clear.”[1]

“The impetus for the President’s action seems just as clear: an extremist, racist agenda. Seventy-eight percent of Americans oppose the deportation of such young people. [2] However, groups tied to the white nationalist movement have long sought DACA’s destruction.[3] Once again, President Trump seems to bend to the will of extremists rather than mainstream Americans, just as he did while condoning white supremacists in Charlottesville.

“Congress must stop this mass deportation of innocent young people. Democratic lawmakers already stand united in our support for DACA recipients, as we do in rejecting attempts to use them as props in broader anti-immigrant legislation. The Dream Act of 2017 (H.R. 3440), which I proudly co-sponsored, would grant them the legal status and path to citizenship that they deserve. The only question is whether Republicans will join the right side of history.

“The moral stakes could not be higher. The fate of some 800,000 of our nation’s young people who will forever consider America home hangs in the balance.”

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House Representative Barry Loudermilk (R-GA, 11th)

“Congress must secure our borders, overhaul the convoluted immigration system, and effectively enforce the laws. Tweaks by Congress, and executive orders by various administrations, have created an immigration policy that favors illegal immigration and punishes those who want to legally come here to work. President Barack Obama's executive order was outside the constitutional authority of the executive branch, and I agree with President Trump's decision to reverse the order and call on Congress to fundamentally reform our immigration policy."

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House Representative Nita Lowey (D-NY, 17th)

“President Trump’s decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program is immoral and wrong. DREAMers, who were brought to the United States as children, are Americans in the eyes of their communities. They grow up alongside our children, have graduated from school or served in the military, pay billions in taxes, and contribute to our economic growth and competitiveness.

“Today’s announcement continues a pattern of anti-immigrant actions and policies by the Republican Party. In an undemocratic and underhanded move, majority leadership stripped from an upcoming spending package a bipartisan provision, introduced by Appropriations Democrats, that makes DACA recipients eligible for federal jobs.

“It is past time for comprehensive immigration reform that gives these young people a path to citizenship while reforming our nation’s broken immigration laws, keeping families together, and protecting our economy and our borders.”

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House Representative Ben R. Lujan (D-NM, 3rd)

DACA has enabled nearly 800,000 talented young people to contribute more fully to this country. They’re nurses, engineers, small business owners, our friends and our neighbors. These young people came to the United States under the age of 16, some of them only a year or two old. They grew up in the U.S., going to our public schools, singing the Star Spangled Banner, pledging allegiance to the only flag they’ve ever known: the American flag.”

“Since 2012, the 9,000 DREAMers in New Mexico have not had to live in fear of deportation. If the Trump administration moves ahead with this mean-spirited attempt to repeal DACA, those young people and their families will once again risk being torn apart.

I will oppose any attempt by the Trump administration to end DACA and rip these young people away from the country in which they have grown up and that they love and respect. Tearing families apart to achieve a political end does not reflect American values and will not solve our immigration problems.”

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House Representative Carolyn Maloney (D-NY, 12th)

“Since 2012, when DACA was first launched, nearly 800,000 young people have been enrolled in the program. DACA helped breathe life into the American dream for a generation of people who came to the United States as children seeking a better future, just as earlier generations of Americans did so. These individuals are our neighbors and friends who have grown up here in the United States, who have done nothing wrong, and have only ever known the United States as their home. Before DACA, these young people had lived in the shadows of our communities. Since DACA began, these good-hearted Americans have come forward in hopes of being granted fully legal status and the chance to continue making positive contributions to their communities and our country without fear of deportation.

“DACA participants bring real economic benefits to our states and nation. A recent Center for American Progress assessment found that ending the DACA program would remove at least $460.3 billion from the U.S. GDP, cumulatively over a decade.

“I will continue to do all I can to protect DREAMers and reverse this decision as we continue to work toward real, comprehensive immigration reform. The BRIDGE Act and the American Hope Act are good places to start. House Republican leadership should allow votes on these important pieces of legislation. It is our diversity and opportunity that makes this country so great, and I hope all my colleagues will take that to heart.”

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House Representative Sean Patrick Maloney (D-NY, 18th)

“In America we don’t punish children for the sins of their parents. These kids only know life in America, they work hard, they do things the right way, and make a contribution to our country. It is a cruel and stupid idea to ship these children to some country they barely remember and throw away their talents all because their parents did something wrong a long time ago.

“Folks in Congress need to get off their butts and pass a comprehensive fix for our broken immigration system that will secure our borders, get folks out of the shadows, and solve this problem once and for all.”

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House Representative Roger Marshall (R-KS, 1st)

"The young people covered by DACA are not just a statistic on a DHS report. These are friends of my children, brothers and sisters of babies I’ve delivered, and members of my community. They didn’t put themselves in this position, and my heart goes out to them.

The United States is in this position due to the unilateral approach the previous administration took toward enacting DACA. It is because of that one-sided approach that we now have uncertainty and inconsistency throughout the entire immigration system. Consistency should be the hallmark of American governance.

Our resources, especially as they pertain to deportation, must remain focused on getting rid of bad people who present a danger to the American citizen – not a young person who is here simply due to circumstance. To date, 787,000 young people have legally registered with the U.S. government, and showed their willingness to follow our laws. We cannot allow that information to now be used against them in reverse order.

We are having these conversations now in Congress. Just a month ago, a Democrat colleague of mine and I got a bipartisan group of freshmen Members of Congress in a room to discuss what we can do to move forward on bipartisan, thoughtful solutions to the crises many communities and families are now facing.

Congress must use legal, legislative avenues to figure out how to help these young people, so long as they follow our laws. My priorities on this issue have always been, and will remain, to secure the border and help develop a workable visa for our farmers and producers back home. We must do right by them, by these young people and the safety of the American public."

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House Representative Michael T. McCaul (R-TX, 10th)

“The administration's announcement today restores the rule of law. As I have said many times, immigration changes can only be made by an Act of Congress as enumerated in Article 1, Sections 1 and 8 of the Constitution; not through executive action as the prior administration did. This is the only way to adhere to and respect the separation of powers. Congress is already taking steps to improve our immigration enforcement and border security, and I look forward to continuing to work with this administration.”

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REP. KHANNA STANDS WITH DREAMERS, DISMISSES TRUMP IMMIGRATION POLICY

Source: House Representative Ro Khanna (D-CA, 17th)

Rep. Ro Khanna (CA-17) issued the following statement in response to the Trump Administration announcing a wind down of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.

“Since 2012, nearly 800,000 young people who immigrated to this country have had the opportunity to go to school, gain employment, and continue on with their lives minus the fear of deportation. Today, the Trump Administration once again shows it has no dignity for our friends, neighbors, and colleagues. We must safeguard the livelihood of DREAMers and provide these inspiring young people and their courageous parents a pathway to citizenship.”

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DACA Facts and Figures

  • 222,795 – number of DACA recipients in California
  • $11.62 million – estimated annual GDP loss from removing DACA workers in California
  • AAPI students account for 40 percent of the DREAMers in the University of California system

  • Congressman Khanna represents the 17th District of California, which covers communities in Silicon Valley.

    Katco Wants Harriet Tubman's Picture on the $20 Bill

    Source: House Representative John Katko (R-NY, 24th)

    Washington, D.C. - September 5, 2017 (The Ponder News) -- In a letter sent to U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, House Representative John Katko (R-NY, 24th) reiterated his call to memorialize Harriet Tubman’s likeness on the $20 bill and urged the Administration to formally move forward with the designation.

    “I have long stated the need for U.S. currency to honor and celebrate the accomplishments of American women, and applauded last year’s decision to feature Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill,” said U.S. Rep. John Katko. “Auburn is a place that Harriet Tubman once called home, and Central New York is proud to showcase and celebrate her amazing legacy. Today, I reiterated to the current Administration the importance of memorializing Harriet Tubman’s legacy, courage, and commitment to others on the $20 bill and urged Treasury to move forward with this designation.”

    During the 114th Congress, Rep. Katko and Rep. Elijah Cummings (MD-7) introduced The Harriet Tubman Tribute Act, bipartisan legislation to require the Secretary of the Treasury to place Harriet Tubman’s likeness on a Federal Reserve Note.

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    The text of Rep. Katko’s letter can be found below.

    The Honorable Steven Mnuchin

    United States Secretary of the Treasury
    U.S. Department of the Treasury
    1500 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
    Washington, DC 20500

    Dear Secretary Mnuchin,

    I respectfully express my support for memorializing Harriet Tubman's likeness on the $20 bill. Moving forward with this decision is a fitting tribute to a woman who escaped slavery and devoted her life to advancing the freedom and equality of African Americans and the rights of women.

    As you may know, Harriet Tubman resided for many years in Auburn, New York, a city which I am privileged to represent and a community that is proud to celebrate her legacy. The city of Auburn continually looks for ways to preserve her extraordinary life’s work and through the hard work of many local advocates, Harriet Tubman’s home in Auburn was recently designated as a National Historic Park. Last Congress, Representative Elijah Cummings and I introduced legislation that would have required the Treasury to put Harriet Tubman’s likeness on a fiscal note. I was very pleased to see action taken in this regard when former Secretary Lew announced a decision in April 2016.

    I invite you to pay a visit to Auburn so that you can fully experience the legacy of Harriet Tubman. Her life has inspired countless individuals and continues to be a beacon of hope and unity for many. It is only fitting that we honor this American hero by memorializing her likeness on the $20 bill. Thank you for consideration in this matter.

    Sincerely,
    John Katko
    Member of Congress


    Congressman John Katko represents the 24th Congressional District, which includes all of Onondaga, Cayuga, and Wayne Counties and the western portion of Oswego County.

    Rep. Johnson Demands Accountability for Deadly U.S. Counter-narcotics Operations Abroad

    Source: House Representative Henry C. (Hank) Johnson, Jr. (D-GA, 4th)

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    Washington, D.C. - September 5, 2017 (The Ponder News) -- Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) sent a letter to Attorney General Jeff Sessions and Secretary of State Rex Tillerson demanding answers as to what steps the Department of Justice and the Department of State plan in response to the killing of innocent bystanders in US-backed counter-narcotics operations abroad.

    The letter, led by Johnson and signed by the ranking members of the Foreign Affairs and Judiciary committees and other colleagues, seeks answers regarding what steps are being taken to hold accountable officials found to be involved in “undermining Congressional oversight, undermining Chief of Mission Authority and obstructing an internal investigation.”

    The letter focuses on pending questions and calls for accountability in the wake of a joint review from the Offices of the Inspectors General of Justice and State that presented shocking conclusions regarding the role of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in several lethal shooting incidents during counter-narcotics operations in Honduras under “Operation Anvil.”

    The most notorious and deadly of these, and the focus of the letter, was a May 11, 2012, incident in Ahuas, Honduras, in which four local villagers were shot and killed and several others seriously wounded. The episode, as detailed in the OIG report, was a joint operation involving DEA agents and Honduran police.

    The OIG review also revealed efforts by DEA and the State Department’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) to cover up the agencies’ responsibility for the deadly operations. The letter notes that officials who reviewed the aftermath of the Ahuas operation with Congressional staff were not honest in doing so, telling staff “that there was reliable evidence showing that passengers on the water taxi were armed and opened fire on Honduran and DEA agents. They also insisted that U.S. agents on the mission were not responsible for the discharging of firearms. In fact, there was no credible evidence to support these assertions.”

    “We waited five long years for this Inspector General Review and, though it confirms our worst fears regarding what really happened during the tragic Ahuas incident, it also leaves many questions unanswered,” said Rep. Johnson. “The biggest question of all is: what is our government doing to fix this and make sure that, going forward, any U.S. agent involved in the loss of innocent life abroad is held accountable?”

    The letter also discusses the findings of a recent ProPublica investigation into a 2011 DEA-related massacre in Allende, Mexico, that indicate that some of the serious problems noted in the joint OIG review may be part of a broader pattern of deficiencies hampering US counter-narcotics operations abroad. In response, the letter presses the Attorney General and Secretary of State on whether they are carrying out a “thorough review” of the system of US-vetted foreign police units and of the DEA methods related to “Sources of Information.”

    Trump Ends DACA, Gets Criticism as Usual

    Source: House Representative David Cicilline (D-RI, 1st)
    Source: House Representative Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO, 5th)
    Source: House Representative Ted Lieu (D-CA, 33rd)

    Washington, D.C. - September 5, 2017 (The Ponder News) -- In 2012, President Obama established DACA to protect young undocumented immigrants from deportation. Those protected by DACA, also called DREAMers, met several requirements including being under 16 when arriving in the United States; being enrolled in school or having completed high school or earned a general education development (GED) certificate; and posing no threat to public safety. Since DACA’s inception, nearly 800,000 individuals have received DACA protection, though it is estimated that 1.7 million young immigrants are DACA-eligible.

    U.S. Congressman David N. Cicilline (D-RI), a member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following statement on Friday as President Trump threatened to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) initiative that protects people who came to the United States as children:

    “If the President chooses to end DACA, he will be tearing apart families and disrupting entire communities. He will cost our economy $460 billion over the next decade. And he will make it even more difficult for Congress to pass a comprehensive solution that fixes our broken immigration system.”

    “The President’s decision will impact millions of people who are living in the United States today. The President needs to stop playing games with people’s lives. His public indecision today, after months of demonizing immigrants, is creating anxiety in cities and towns here in Rhode Island and across America. It’s cruel.”

    “Dreamers represent the very best of our American ideals. As children, they were brought to America. They grew up here. They have embraced our values. And they want nothing more than to give back to this country that they love. The President should act soon to ensure they can do this.”

    Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II released the following statement in regards to President Trump’s plans to effectively end the DACA, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, program.

    “Because I am an ordained United Methodist clergy, I cannot resist saying that Ezekiel 18 is clear, each individual is responsible for his/her own sins. Listen to the text:

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    “The child will not be punished for the parent’s sins, and the parent will not be punished for the child’s sins. Righteous people will be rewarded for their own righteous behavior, and wicked people will be punished for their own wickedness.”

    Who are we to punish young Americans for their parents’ decision? Come on, opponents of that which is right, get with it or get out of the way!”

    On Tuesday, July 5, President Trump officially ended DACA, with a six month delay. Cicilline then commented:
    “This is a shameful moment for our country. America has always stood as a beacon of freedom and opportunity. But not today."

    “Dreamers were brought here as young children. They love this country. They share our values. They are contributing to their communities every day.”

    “What President Trump just did is despicable and cruel. Every Republican should not only be speaking out against this President today, but they should immediately bring legislation to the House floor to right this wrong.”

    “Make no mistake, until they back up their words with actions, Republicans are giving Donald Trump a blank check to put his hateful ideas into action.”

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    Congressman Ted Lieu (D-CA, 33rd) issued the following statement in response to President Trump’s decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.

    “I am outraged by the President’s foolish decision to end DACA. This decision will cost our economy $460 billion over the next decade. More importantly, it ignores our nation’s rich immigrant heritage. Our nation can never be great without embracing immigrants. Ending DACA is an unconscionable assault on thousands of young Americans who know no other home than the United States. I will stand firmly with my Democratic colleagues to fight this action and do whatever we can to protect DREAMers.”


    U.S. Rep. Castor on the Trump Administration's Sabotage of ACA Open Enrollment Outreach

    Source: House Representative Kathy Castor (D-FL, 14th)

    In the spirit of not lowering myself to the standard of the Main-Stream Media, I am posting this at The Ponder because it is from a House Representative, and we do believe in Freedom of Speech. I may not like what you have to say, but I will fight for your right to say it. This is from a Democrat "Never Trumper". Go figure.

    Washington, D.C. - September 5, 2017 (The Ponder News) -- U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL14) issued the following statement on the Trump Administration’s latest "sabotage" of the health care of American families – devastating cuts to outreach efforts for the upcoming ACA marketplace open enrollment season:

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    “President Trump's sabotage of affordable health care for hardworking families is cruel and misguided. Consumers want lower costs, affordable choices and a healthy insurance market. His decision to slash outreach and marketing is a bad business decision too. Thanks to previous outreach efforts, Floridians led the nation in sign-ups through HealthCare.gov and the Affordable Care Act. The ACA is here to stay, but it needs updating, not sabotage.

    “This announcement comes just two months before open enrollment begins, and I urge my colleagues to join Democrats in stabilizing the marketplaces for 2018, including by guaranteeing cost-sharing reduction payments and ensuring Americans looking for affordable coverage have access to full information.

    “The Trump Administration's massive cuts to outreach and our "navigators" will hit the University of South Florida and partners particularly hard as USF consecutively won the largest navigator grants in the country over the past 2 years. We all must work together to ensure that Florida families are not left in the lurch. Open enrollment runs Nov. 1 to Dec. 15.”

    U.S. Rep. Castor serves as Vice Ranking Member of the U.S. House Energy & Commerce Committee, and helped to draft the Affordable Care Act to ensure it works for families and businesses. Since ACA enrollment started in 2013, Florida has led the nation in the number of sign-ups on healthcare.gov – last year 1.7 million Floridians enrolled in the Affordable Care Act.

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    REP. CARTER APPROVES $7.85 BILLION SUPPLEMENTAL AS NEXT STEP FOR HURRICANE HARVEY RELIEF

    Source: House Representative John Carter (R-TX, 31st)

    Washington, D.C. - September 4, 2017 (The Ponder News) -- Rep. John R. Carter (R-TX-31), Chair of the Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee, released the following statement regarding the President’s request for $7.85 billion in supplemental funding to address the immediate needs of Hurricane Harvey:

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    “As the Chairman in the House of Representatives responsible for allocating disaster relief funding, I believe the President’s request of an additional $7.85 billion in supplemental funding is a necessary next step towards assisting our communities in immediate need. However, rebuilding and recovering from the devastation of Hurricane Harvey will continue to require further resources and hard work. I will continue to work closely alongside my colleagues in the Texas Delegation and the Appropriations Committee to meet the needs of our neighbors in the southeast. Texans continue to show resiliency in the wake of destruction and heartbreak, and my prayers are with those impacted by this devastating storm.”

    Rep. Carter represents Texas District 31, which includes Fort Hood, the largest active duty armored military installation in the free world. He serves as Chairman of the Homeland Security Subcommittee on Appropriations, co-chairman of the Congressional Army Caucus, is on the Subcommittee for Commerce, Justice and Science and the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee.

    Statement from President Donald J. Trump on National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

    Source: The White House


    Washington, D.C. - September 4, 2017 (The Ponder News) -- During National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, Melania and I join all Americans in honoring the friends, family members, and loved ones we have lost to ovarian cancer. This month, we recommit ourselves to supporting every woman who bravely wages a battle of hope against this terrible disease.


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    The National Cancer Institute estimates that more than 22,000 Americans will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2017. Unfortunately, about 14,000 women in the United States will lose their battle with ovarian cancer this year alone. If diagnosed and treated early, however, the five-year survival rate for women fighting this disease is more than 90 percent. Regular medical checkups and learning about the early warning signs of ovarian cancer can save lives.

    In addition to raising awareness, we reaffirm our pledge to prevent, treat, and defeat ovarian and other forms of cancer. Innovative and cutting-edge research in women’s health can transform cancer detection and lead to new treatments that are less debilitating and even more effective. This is why my Administration will continue to clear the way for incredible breakthroughs in medical science, including by working with Congress to implement the 21st Century Cures Act. So far this year, the Food and Drug Administration has approved two maintenance therapies for ovarian cancer, to help women who are battling this disease lead longer, happier lives.

    Melania joins me in sending our prayers to those affected by ovarian cancer, and we encourage every American to learn more about this important health issue. With the support of families and friends, healthcare providers, researchers, and advocates, we can create a healthier future for all Americans.