Quigley, García, Schakowsky, Newman Statement on Migrants Arriving in Chicago

U.S Representatives Mike Quigley (IL-05), Jesús "Chuy" García (IL-04), Jan Schakowsky (IL-09), and Marie Newman (IL-03) released the following statement on the arrival of migrants to Chicago, sent by Texas Governor Greg Abbott:

"Chicago has a long history of welcoming immigrants who have come to the United States in pursuit of a better life, and we have welcomed these migrants no differently. Many of these new arrivals came with their families, including small children and infants, and they fled poverty, persecution, and violence. As members of Congress, we proudly welcome them to our city and we are working together to provide them with the resources they need during this time. Governor Abbott's decision to send these families to Chicago without regard for their country of origin or their intentions in the United States is not a solution to the immigration crisis. It is a political move that dehumanizes and demonizes them. We are committed to working with city and state officials throughout this process and in Congress we will continue fighting for immigration reform that treats everyone with respect and provides a permanent solution for people looking for a safer, better life."