Stanton Statement on President Trump's Decision to Abandon Kurdish Allies

PHOENIX-Rep. Greg Stanton today issued the following statement regarding President Trump's decision to remove U.S. troops from northern Syria:

President Trump's erratic decision-making on the global stage is becoming increasingly harmful, and his latest dangerous choice will place American soldiers at greater risk in the future.

Abandoning our Kurdish allies-who have fought alongside us in the battle against ISIS-opens the door for their slaughter. The President's decision to turn his back on our allies shows weakness, not wisdom, and sends a chilling message to those we ask to stand with us in times of uncertainty.

I condemn this decision in the strongest terms and stand ready to join my colleagues-in a bipartisan manner-to take action to protect our Kurdish partners.