Statement by Lupe M. Rodríguez, Executive Director of the National Latina Institute for Reproductive Justice on the Harmful Impact of Public Charge on Immigrant Communities and their Health and Economic Stability

“The proposed public charge rule is a racist and xenophobic attack on immigrant communities, designed to instill fear and deter families from accessing healthcare and essential services. Make no mistake: this proposed  policy is nothing more than a cruel attempt to punish immigrants for seeking a better life. The proposed public charge rule tells people that if they’re not wealthy and white, they’re not welcome here. We demand an end to these dehumanizing policies and will continue fighting for salud, dignidad, y justicia for everyone.”