Afghanistan, April 18 -- Over 40 U.S. Congress members urged the State Department to immediately revive the suspended refugee resettlement program, citing humanitarian concerns.
Yasmeen Ansari, a U.S. Congress member, announced that over 40 Congress members have written to the U.S. Department of State, urging the revival of the refugee resettlement program. She emphasized the importance of welcoming those fleeing violence and persecution, stating that the United States made a promise to provide refuge.
The letter, published by Ansari, highlights the suspension of the refugee resettlement program during Donald Trump's second term, along with the complete elimination of its funding. This decision led to a new crisis for thousands of refugee...