Blumenthal Statement on Closing of IRIS Office in New Haven

[HARTFORD, CT] – U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal released a statement following news that Integrated Refugee and Immigrant Services (IRIS) is closing its office space in New Haven following cuts to their federal funding by the Trump Administration.

"These cuts at IRIS are heartbreaking — reflecting the cruel, reckless slash and burn of federal funding that simply makes resettlement of lawful immigrants more difficult. No matter what is happening around the world or in our own country, IRIS opens its arms to people fleeing persecution, famine, and violence to help them find a safe home in Connecticut. That work has been lifesaving for thousands of refugee and immigrant families, and it's despicable that IRIS is forced to make these cuts to fund Trump's tax breaks for billionaires. IRIS will undoubtedly keep fighting to provide a safe haven for refugees and immigrants, and I vow to be with them every step of the way,” Blumenthal said.

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