Congressman Tim Ryan Visits Facility Holding Youth Separated From Families

Statement

On Thursday, July 5, Representatives Tim Ryan (OH-13), Debbie Dingell (MI-12), Bill Huizenga (MI-2) and Dan Kildee (MI-5) met with Bethany Christian Services to discuss care for unaccompanied and separated children and learn more about the organization's plan to reunify children with their families. The Members received a tour of the facility.

"What I saw today brought home all the conversations that have been had about this issue so far. I wish every American could see these kids and hear their stories. It's gut-wrenching. Children are traveling by themselves or with their loved ones to avoid violence and danger in their country, and they fled to the United States to find safety and security. They are doing what any responsible parent would do. But when they arrive at our border, the Trump Administration turns its back on our values and rips children away from their parents -- with zero plan to bring them back together. This is state sponsored abuse.

"From its founding, America has always been a country of immigrants. Men, women, and children came to our shores to avoid war and famine, economic scarcity, and religious persecution. They came from every corner of the world, with different backgrounds, skills, and challenges. Woven together, these differences helped strengthen our nation and make it what it is today. We should not turn our backs on the history and values that made us who we are," said Congressman Ryan

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