Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick Statement on the Administration’s Revocation of Legal Protections for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans

Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick issued the following statement on the Administration's revocation of legal protections for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans. 

“As I’ve stated before, the abrupt removal of nearly half a million individuals is inhumane, irrational, and it will have an irreparable impact on businesses across the country and our economy at large. Those with humanitarian parole status legally work and pay taxes in the U.S. Across South Florida and throughout the nation, they have strengthened our workforce, supporting our airports, our hospitals, our small businesses, and our schools. 

“This irresponsible decision will jeopardize our national security and significantly damage the economies of numerous communities nationwide.

“I continue to remain in communication with those who would bear the brunt of this decision and am strongly urging the Administration to reverse course immediately.” 

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