On the recordFebruary 1, 2017
No, they are refugees but it is true that only in the case of Palestinian refugees are second, third, and fourth generation members considered refugees.
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congress.govNo, they are refugees but it is true that only in the case of Palestinian refugees are second, third, and fourth generation members considered refugees.
Wexler clarifies the refugee status of Palestinians in response to Connolly's question.
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