Hochul expects 240 Afghan refugees to come to New York City

In a press release Thursday, Governor Kathy Hochul announced that thousands of refugees from Afghanistan will be making their home in New York over the next six months.

“New York has a storied history of welcoming those seeking a safe haven from violence and persecution—a proud tradition our state continues today by helping evacuees from Afghanistan rebuild,” Governor Hochul said.

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Hochul expects 240 Afghan refugees to come to New York City

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