A coalition of 123 organizations across the United States is urging Congress to reverse President Trump’s executive order “Realigning USRAP,” which has suspended the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) and halted humanitarian assistance. One of the most affected groups is Afghan refugees, many of whom have been waiting for over three years in Pakistan for […] The post Over 100 organizations urge Congress to reverse Trump’s Resettlement order, citing Afghan Refugees Crisis appeared first on Khaama Press.
Over 100 U.S. organizations are urging Congress to overturn President Trump's executive order suspending the United States Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP), citing the plight of Afghan refugees. The order, which halted USRAP and froze foreign aid for 90 days, has left many Afghan refugees, particularly women and minors, at risk of deportation to Taliban-controlled areas. Many have been waiting years in Pakistan, facing dwindling resources and legal challenges. Advocacy groups emphasize the endangerment of Afghan allies who assisted U.S. forces, such as translators and drivers, now stranded in countries like Pakistan. The suspension is exacerbating instability in host nations, leading to humanitarian crises.
