While we actively turn away people from war torn countries and those escaping extreme human rights abuses and political violence, The American people deserve to know how much money of their taxpayer dollars are funding this political stunt of a refugee program. So I urge my colleagues to support Representative Jacobs amendment that will give us much needed transparency. And I yield back to balance my time. Any other members seek recognition? (52:31–52:42)
CLAIM
Asserts that taxpayer money is being used for a refugee program that is characterized as a political stunt.
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