OFFICIALS LEGISLATION INTEREST GROUPS PUBLIC STATEMENTS COMMITTEES VETOES

Sen. Paul Introduces Amendment to End Foreign Aid to Pakistan Until the Release of Dr. Afridi

Statement

By: Rand Paul
By: Rand Paul
Date: March 22, 2013
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Foreign Aid Foreign Affairs

On Thursday, March 21, Sen. Rand Paul introduced Amendment 379, to S.Con.Res.8, the Budget Resolution, which would cut off all foreign aid to the government of Pakistan until Shakil Afridi, a key informant in the capture and killing of Osama bin Laden, is released from prison.

"Pakistan's actions are unacceptable and not suitable for any country wishing to receive a single dollar from U.S. taxpayers - especially considering their country is one of the largest recipients. Foreign aid to Pakistan must be prohibited until Dr. Afridi is released from prison, and his safety is guaranteed. " Sen. Rand Paul said.


Source
arrow_upward