On the recordSeptember 5, 2017
The tragic announcement made by the Trump administration to kill the DACA program is heartbreaking, reckless, and wrong. This decision means that our country is turning its back on 800,000 young, hardworking immigrants who only know America as their home. Each of these DREAMers has a compelling story and a desire to pursue their educational and professional opportunities, while strengthening our Nation. Mr. Speaker, that is why I am proud to have introduced the DREAM Act along with my good friend, Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard, to give these young individuals the certainty to plan for a future in our great country, their great country. For too long, their dreams have been put on hold and they have been living under constant fear. I call on each one of my colleagues, Republicans and Democrats, to come together so that we can pass a legislative solution that is humane. This is long overdue, Mr. Speaker. Let's not wait months for a vote. The lives of hundreds of thousands of bright, talented, and patriotic young men and women are at stake. Mr. Speaker, let's show now that Congress does indeed have a heart. ____________________
