Regardless of their immigration status, every human being deserves to be treated with respect and dignity, and if the Trump administration refuses to uphold that basic American value, Congress must act – and we are.
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The report on conditions at the border issued yesterday is gut-wrenching. Overcrowded cells, families in cages, children separated from their parents and denied showers, warm meals, and clean clothing. Many being detained longer than the 72 hours allowed by law.
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The treatment of detained immigrants dramatically highlights the need to pass H.R. 3239, which mandates basic humanitarian standards for detainees.
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H.R. 3239 prevents the separation of minors from their parents and requires detainees to receive a medical screening to determine their needs within twelve hours of being detained.
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H.R. 3239 also requires that detainees receive drinking water and three meals a day and have access to an adequate number of clean and private facilities to shower, change diapers, and go to the bathroom.
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H.R. 3239 also requires that detainees are provided with toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, and feminine hygiene products. It’s stunning to think that we have to legislate the provision of basic needs to refugees fleeing a humanitarian crisis, but here we are.
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I have also called for no further Homeland Security appropriations to implement family separation and was proud to be part of a strong Democratic coalition to block defense funds being allocated to border wall construction.
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45% of Americans believe Trump should be impeached and removed. You are my rep. I want you to support opening an impeachment inquiry or explain why you don’t. 85 members of the House support opening an
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Hold a press conference ! !
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Call a press conference Announce YOUR support for Impeachment to begin Why are you delaying?????? As a former DIstrict Attorney YOU are complicit by not speaking out over his flagrant abuse of office and the Republicans especially Barr breaking the law
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How about the scorns of homeless veterans with PTSD. How about the children in our under served schools that need hot meals during the summer and a safe place to stay? Or is it just concerned about the political talking point, that get you re elected?
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