Rep. Vargas’ Statement on Migrant Deaths in San Antonio, TX
Rep. Vargas’ Statement on Migrant Deaths in San Antonio, TX
WASHINGTON, D.C (June 28, 2022) — Congressmember Vargas released the following statement after at least 50 migrants were found dead in a tractor-trailer in San Antonio, TX:
“This preventable tragedy is horrifying and heartbreaking,” said Rep. Vargas. “My thoughts are with the victims, survivors, and the families of those lost. For far too long, we have seen how cruel Trump-era immigration policies have harmed immigrants coming to the United States seeking safety, refuge, and better opportunities. Representing the U.S.-Mexico border in California, I have seen firsthand how immigrants have been subjected to injury or death due to our outdated immigration laws. We are long overdue for fixing our broken immigration system and restoring humanity to our immigration process. The time is now to address these issues and prevent further tragedies from taking place. I remain committed to fighting for comprehensive immigration reform in Congress, and urge the Biden Administration and DHS to repeal all harmful Trump-era immigration policies.”
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Vargas represents California’s 51st Congressional District which includes the southern portion of San Diego County, all of Imperial County and California’s entire U.S.-Mexico border. Vargas was first elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2012 and is currently serving his fifth term in Congress. He serves on the House Financial Services Committee and House Foreign Affairs Committee.