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Statement on President Trump's Executive Actions on National Security

Statement

By: Paul Ryan
By: Paul Ryan
Date: Jan. 27, 2017
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: National Security Immigration

House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) issued the following statement on President Trump's executive actions on national security:

"Our number one responsibility is to protect the homeland. We are a compassionate nation, and I support the refugee resettlement program, but it's time to reevaluate and strengthen the visa vetting process. This is why we passed bipartisan legislation in the wake of the Paris attacks to pause the intake of refugees. President Trump is right to make sure we are doing everything possible to know exactly who is entering our country.

"I also commend the president for taking action to rebuild our military. We need to close the readiness gap and ensure our troops have the tools necessary to complete their mission. A well-equipped fighting force is essential as we work to defeat ISIS and restore American leadership on the international stage."


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