| (WASHINGTON) – U.S. Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL), Ranking Republican on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, commented today on the termination of $11 million in MCC assistance to Honduras. Statement by Ros-Lehtinen:
“It would appear U.S. officials will stop at nothing to force the people of Honduras into accepting the imposition from abroad of Zelaya’s return to power, regardless of the law or long-term consequences.
“Last week, State announced that it would not recognize the upcoming elections as legitimate unless the current government of Honduras marches to the beat of America’s drummer.
“Today, it was announced that additional economic assistance for the people of Honduras will be cut off – all because they have the courage and determination to stand up for the rule of law and democracy in their country.
“How much further can the U.S. stray from its core values? I strongly urge the Administration to change course before U.S. credibility and critical interests are damaged beyond repair.”
Note: The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) provides critical aid to Honduras and other nations to help reduce poverty and promote sustainable economic growth. Today, the MCC Board voted to terminate $11 million in assistance to Honduras.
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