Thompson Statement on Reports Administration Is Considering Reinstating Family Detention Policies

(WASHINGTON) – Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the below statement regarding news reports that the Administration is considering reinstating family detention policies:

“I'm alarmed by news reports that the Administration is considering reinstating family detention policies. Not only are these policies cruel and harmful to children, but they don't prevent families from traveling to the United States. If the reports are true, I strongly urge the Administration to reconsider this policy change and instead work towards implementing immigration policies that are humane, orderly, and in line with our American values.”

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