The public charge rule is unacceptable. No family should be attacked because of who they are, where they’re from or how much money they have.
America is about giving everyone a chance to lift themselves up, take care of their families, and chase their dreams — and our government should never be in the business of punishing people who may need a little help making sure their kids are safe, fed, and have a roof over their heads. Creating fear and targeting legal immigrants who follow the rules does nothing to increase our security or strengthen our economy — it is nothing less than a public disgrace.
Today, I joined Supervisor Hilda Solis and a coalition of children and health advocates to send a strong message to Washington that we won’t stand for this. And we’re taking action.
The Administration’s public comment period is now open and I’m sending a letter to the Department of Homeland Security about how the public charge rule would hurt our city and tear families apart.
I also launched a website with more information about this proposed policy and details on how you can make your voice heard.
Go to LAMayor.org/StrongFamiliesLA to learn more. |