Rep. Tulsi Gabbard: DREAMers Deserve Opportunity to Serve Their Country in Uniform

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Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) today met with three young military DREAMers, undocumented youth who aspire to serve in the U.S. military but are banned due to their immigration status. The congresswoman met with three young women -- Maria, Miriam, and Jennifer -- who were brought to the U.S. as children and have served in Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) programs.

"Maria, Miriam, and Jennifer represent young people across the country who want to serve their nation honorably, but are unable to because of our broken immigration system," said Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard. "Their stories of hope, service, and commitment to the only country they've ever known as home, are inspiring and are part of the fabric that has made our country vibrant and strong. It is a disservice to our nation to prohibit these talented young people from raising their hand, volunteering to put their lives on the line for the home and country they love. Now is the time to pass comprehensive immigration reform that will allow people like Maria, Miriam, and Jennifer to serve in our Armed Forces, strengthening our military and expanding opportunity for a new generation of servant-leaders."

Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard is a cosponsor of H.R. 15, a comprehensive reform bill, and signed a discharge petition to require a full House vote on immigration reform.

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