National Security leader Calls on the Trump Administration to Reaffirm Its Commitment to the Uniting for Ukraine Program

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March 17, 2025

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WASHINGTON – Council on National Security and Immigration (CNSI) leader Scott Boylan today released a statement urging the Trump Administration to reaffirm its commitment to the Uniting for Ukraine program, which provides temporary legal status to approximately 240,000 Ukrainians who fled Russia’s ongoing war.

“The Uniting for Ukraine program has provided critical protections for thousands of Ukrainians who sought safety in the United States,” said Scott Boylan. “Since their arrival, these individuals have become part of our communities, contributed to our economy, and rebuilt their lives while their homeland remains at war. The United States has a proud tradition of standing with those fleeing war and persecution, and we must uphold that commitment.

“The Administration should ensure continued support for Ukrainians who cannot safely return home. Providing stability to those affected by conflict is both a humanitarian imperative and a reaffirmation of America’s leadership in defending freedom and security worldwide. At a time when global stability is at stake, reaffirming our commitment to the Uniting for Ukraine program reflects both our values and our national security interests. I urge the administration to maintain this program and explore ways to provide ongoing protections for those in need."

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Leaders of CNSI speak and act solely in their individual capacities, and their views should not be attributed to any organization with which they are affiliated.

About Scott Boylan: Scott Boylan is a partner with consulting firm, StoneTurn Group, where he advises private-sector organizations on a broad range of international legal and business issues, including national security, trade compliance, investment security, and government contracting. Before joining StoneTurn, Scott served as Chief Legal Officer and in-house counsel for several large corporations. These companies were involved in the technology and software sectors, including the production of secure credentials and biometric systems for governments that were essential for border security and immigration controls.

Before joining the private sector, Scott was Senior Advisor to Secretaries Tom Ridge and Michael Chertoff at the Department of Homeland Security, where he handled international and law enforcement issues. His duties included the development of immigration policies and the establishment of operational procedures and standards for immigration. Scott also held leadership positions at the Departments of Treasury and Justice. Read more here.

About CNSI: The Council on National Security and Immigration is a group of American national security leaders who believe immigration reforms are imperative to bolster and maintain the United States’ global leadership in the 21st century. Find out more here: www.cnsiusa.org