U.S. State Department Rejects UN Migration Forum’s Declaration
The U.S. State Department announced on Monday its refusal to endorse the International Migration Review Forum’s declaration of “progress” and criticized the United Nations for proposing alternative migration strategies within the United States and other Western nations.
U.S. Non-Participation in the UN Forum
In a statement issued on Monday, the State Department confirmed that the United States did not participate in the Second International Migration Review Forum, which took place from May 5 to 8 at United Nations Headquarters in New York. The U.S. federal government reiterated its lack of support for the forum’s declaration.
The Role of the International Migration Review Forum
The United Nations Migration Network regards the forum as its primary global platform for member states to discuss the implementation of the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration. The next forum in 2026 is anticipated to generate a widely accepted “Declaration of Progress” among governments.
Historical Context of U.S. Withdrawal
Under President Donald Trump’s administration in 2017, participation in the U.N. process for developing the Global Compact on Migration was halted. This recent announcement from the State Department indicates that the administration will again express its objections to the U.N. framework.
Concerns Over Mass Immigration
The statement highlighted that, according to Secretary Rubio, enabling mass immigration has had detrimental effects on societal cohesion and the future of Americans. The department claimed that the repercussions of increased immigration manifest through heightened crime rates and sizable financial expenditures on resources for immigrants.
Critique of UN Practices
The State Department’s statement emphasized that many immigrants were facilitated by U.N. agencies, which it accused of exacerbating the situation at the border and undermining the interests of American workers. The department suggested that the resulting costs have disproportionately impacted working-class Americans competing for limited jobs and essential services.
The U.S. Position on Migration Agreements
Furthermore, the ministry reiterated its commitment to resist any process that may impose constraints on American sovereignty regarding immigration policy. It clarified that its aim is to facilitate re-migration rather than simply manage immigration. Criticism was directed at the U.N. for allegedly promoting mass immigration while neglecting the concerns of American citizens.
Context of the Global Compact
The United Nations Migration Network defines the Global Compact as a non-legally binding cooperative framework designed to improve governance related to migration among countries. Proponents argue that it supports member nations in addressing migration challenges effectively, affirming each country’s sovereign right to shape its immigration policy while distinguishing between legal and irregular migrants.
The ministry’s statement concluded strongly, reinforcing that mass immigration poses security threats, exerts financial pressures, and undermines social harmony. The U.S. government reaffirmed its stance against endorsing international agreements that facilitate mass immigration and diminish national sovereignty.
In response to the developments, Fox News Digital has reached out to the United Nations for further comment.
