"We can't replace government programs. We can't replace family reunification. We can't physically get people out of countries," said Parker. "Right now, all we can do is support the people that are already here."
"complete shutdown of our refugee pipeline"
Federal assistance for refugees has been largely revoked or suspended since President Donald Trump took office. In Chicago, RefugeeOne helped 705 refugees between October 2023 and September 2024, but that number fell to 50 in federal fiscal year 2025. The decline reflects a breakdown in the administrative pipeline that moves refugees from crisis zones to resettlement. Most recent arrivals are Afghan Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) holders who worked alongside U.S. forces for at least 365 days. Many SIV holders were unable to bring family members due to new policies. Local resettlement agencies can support those already arrived but cannot replace federal relocation or family reunification programs.
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