Joint Statement from CAPAC Chair Grace Meng and Rep. Tim Kennedy on Death of Nurul Amin Shah Alam

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, CAPAC Chair Grace Meng (NY-06) and Rep. Tim Kennedy (NY-26) issued the following joint statement on the death of Nurul Amin Shah Alam:

“We are outraged by the tragic death of Nurul Amin Shah Alam. U.S. Border Patrol agents left a man who was nearly blind, unable to speak English, and living with serious medical conditions miles from his home without notifying his family. This decision was a profound failure of duty and basic human decency that cost a man his life. There must be a full and thorough investigation into why this happened.

“As Members of Congress, we will be demanding answers and accountability from the Trump Administration, including Kristi Noem, the Department of Homeland Security, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection.”

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