Multiple groups of old warriors sent a message to the president Donald Trump On Thursday, he urged him to reconsider a recent executive order on immigration and refugee programs, pointing to concerns about the safety of Afghan translators and their families who helped the US military.
the ExecutiveThe American Refugee Program will enter into force on Monday and the US Refugee Acceptance Program (USRAP) will be suspended.
Trump immediately stops all the processing and movements of the refugees of the American refugee acceptance program (USRAP), who are referred due to threats from their association with the United States – such as members of the families of military service personnel and Afghan partner forces.
Special immigration visas (SIVS), people who worked directly or supported the US government – which include instant translators and contractors have been directly affected.
The release of Americans in exchange for the release of a prisoner from the Taliban
President Donald Trump signs a series of executive orders at the White House on January 20, 2025, in Washington, DC. (Gabin Botford / Washington Post via Getti Imaguz)
However, they can be indirectly affected by implementation decisions or additional orders, according to #AFGHANEVAC, a non -profit organization that helps facilitate the transfer and resettlement of the United States' allies.
The groups of old warriors wanted to highlight the “unintended consequences” of the matter, claiming that it could negatively affect the mental health of countless veterans.
The message, obtained by Fox News, discussed many links Service members The old warriors who formed with Afghan partners supported the World War on terrorism, and they were often at risk of personal danger to themselves and their families.
“The current suspension of some of the paths of these allies may unintentionally lead to punishing individuals who may be qualified to obtain a special program Immigrant visas The letter said: “((Sivs), but they are not currently carrying it – not because they do not meet the qualifications, but because of the chaotic and unorganized nature to withdraw from Afghanistan under the previous administration.”
The Taliban is holding a military parade with equipment seized by the American army in Kandahar, Afghanistan, on November 8, 2021. (MURTEZACHALIQI/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)
The groups said it “fully supports” Trump's goal of giving priority to American security, but it believes that there is a clear opportunity to address this issue without harming Afghan partners.
The executive thing argues that the entry of more refugees will be “harmful to the interests of the United States”, but indicates that the Secretary of State and the Internal Security Minister can jointly make exceptions and accept refugees on the basis of each case separately. When this is in the national interest, there is no threat to America's security or well -being.
Noting concerns about Afghan partners The groups, which were deported “by mistake”, said that members of the families of the direct partners, who are facing serious threats from the Taliban, may lose their hopes of obtaining a safe passage.
They asked the president to look at the qualified allies of the SIV program and their families, to prevent them from “unintentionally ignoring the lapses that occurred during the failed withdrawal,” according to the message.
They wrote: “This approach would protect those who risked their lives for our country while enhancing your administration's clear commitment to national security.”
The American Refugee Acceptance Program (USRAP) has no effect on illegal immigration, according to #AFGHANEVAC. Refugees must be examined before entering the United States and crossing the border without a permit that nullifies their eligibility.
Chad Rubchu, a veterans of the US Marine Corps and a contractor with the Ministry of Defense, told Fox News that he had spent years of his life to protect the lives of Americans locally and internationally, but the sacrifice not only did the American service personnel.
Taliban fighters are patrolling the road during a celebration marking the second anniversary of the withdrawal of the US -led forces from Afghanistan, in Kandahar, south of Kabul, Afghanistan, on Tuesday, August 15. (AP/Abdel -Khaleq)
“The Afghan translators have risked their lives for two decades to our side to defeat the Taliban's evils,” said Robico. “When Afghanistan fell, I personally went to save a dear translator from the clutches of this evil, and hand him over to American territory. These Afghan allies have shown more national courage than some of our citizens, and I am asking for protection due to them in the midst of these comprehensive security measures.
This suspension actually leaves thousands of Afghan allies stuck in forgetting, according to #AFGHANEVAC. The organization claims that at least 10 to 15,000 individuals have been fully examined and are waiting for flights in Afghanistan, Pakistan and other countries.
The groups that signed the message included: Save our allies; Shepherd dog response; Ferardo collection; Independence Fund; Diesel Jack Media; American Special Operations Association; The Maiti Ox Foundation.
Tim Kennedy – a member of the green hats, a former UFC fighter, the founder of Sheepdog Response, and Save our Allies – told Fox News that it is the duty of the nation to protect its allies.
Kennedy said: “I served with the most national heroes whom our nation could offer. I have seen them brilliantly and courageously sacrificing their lives and limbs to protect the United States,” Kennedy said. “Among these patriots are the Afghan men who risked the threat and brutality from the Taliban to defend the American freedom and ideals that we cherish.”
Tim Kennedy while weighing UFC 206 at Canada Air Center. (Tom szzerbowski – USA today sport)
There are still between 150,000 to 250,000 Afghan seeking to settle, according to #AFGHANEVAC. It is estimated at 40,000 to 60,000 refugees as part of the American Refugee Acceptance Program (USRAP).
Kennedy said: “The Biden administration is responsible for our blood stained out of Afghanistan,” Kennedy said. “The allies we served next to them did not receive the promise that we made to them. I am praising the necessary and ideal efforts made by President Trump to secure our country from external threats, but it is our duty to protect and preserve our sanctity and preserve it.” These Afghan allies, in many cases, condemn them with our souls, and we must make this their homeland. “
Fox News Digital reported that since the end of the war in 2021, about 180,000 Afghan has been resettled in the United States.
Many of those who are still waiting for the approval of the refugees are hiding In Pakistan,, For fear of deporting them to Afghanistan.
President Joe Biden speaks in the White House Roses Park, Tuesday, November 26, 2024, in Washington. (AP / Manuel Palt Senta)
“There would be more Americans in the Arlington Cemetery had it not been for the help of the Afghans who risked their lives, and now it is the time for us to help them,” said Daniel Elcinz, CEO of the US Special Operations Association. “
Representative Michael McCole, the honorary head of the House of Representatives Foreign Affairs Committee, told Fox News that he is looking to continue working with Save Our Allies defending all Afghan allies who were “abandoned” former President Joe Biden.
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“Contrary to President Biden, who has constantly refused to appeal to the old warriors and members of the service to help their Afghan allies, President Trump cares about the old warriors and American service personnel and will listen to them,” McCall said.
The White House did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital request for comment Thursday night.
Morgan Philips of Fox News Digital channel contributed to writing this story.
