WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) issued the following statement in observance of World Refugee Day.
According to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), 68.5 million individuals have been displaced worldwide, including 40 million victims displaced inside their own country and 25.4 million refugees.
“World Refugee Day is an opportunity to recognize the millions of people from across the globe who have been forced to uproot their lives due to armed conflict and persecution. We honor their sacrifice and courage when displaced and seeking safety for themselves and their families. A strong nation builds bridges, not walls and the actions of the Trump Administration do not reflect the ideals of America,” said Rep. Adriano Espaillat (NY-13).