Virginia military bases to help resettle refugees from Afghanistan for foreseeable future
Annie Schroeder, Reporter
Published: November 18, 2021 6:13 pm
ROANOKE, Va – Military bases in Virginia housing refugees from Afghanistan will likely continue operations for the foreseeable future.
While refugees have been resettled from Fort Lee, thousands are still being housed at Fort Pickett and Quantico.
Warner says it would not have been possible without the help of nearby communities.
“All three of these communities and the installations kudos and congratulations you have welcomed these folks who have gone through living hell over the last few months in a way that is reflective of the best of America and the best of Virginia,” Virginia Senator Mark Warner
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