STATEMENT: Rep. Crow Responds to President Trump’s National Address

Below please find a statement from Congressman Jason Crow on President Trump's national address this evening:

"America is not a nation built on fear. The community I represent is made stronger by its immigrants and more vibrant because of its diversity. I will never stand silent when anyone, including President Trump, vilifies certain communities and attempts to divide us as a community. I will simply not tolerate fear mongering as a bargaining tool. I believe in smart, effective border security, but I will not waste billions of taxpayer money on an expensive and ineffective border wall. Tonight, President Trump proved once again that he is unwilling to recognize the facts on the ground and negotiate in good faith. Let's open our government, quit the political games, and return to doing the business of the people."