Velazquez on White House Immigration Reform Meeting

Washington, DC – Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement regarding a Congressional Hispanic Caucus meeting with the President at the White House:

“During our meeting, the President made clear he understands the need to fix our broken immigration system, which tears families apart and makes us less safe. In particular, the President placed great emphasis on the economic benefits of comprehensive reform. With the Senate having acted, it is my hope Congress can come together and address this critical issue, which the American people overwhelmingly support seeing resolved.”

Earlier today, the White House released a study on the economic benefits of fixing our broken immigration system.