MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Jan. 28, 2025 – Ever since President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order halting the United States Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) the landscape around refugee resettlement services has been rapidly evolving. Two news reports in Madison and Milwaukee highlighted Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan’s (LSS) steadfast commitment to supporting refugees.

WMTV 15 in Madison highlighted LSS’ extensive history in refugee resettlement, having helped resettle 11,000 refugees over the past 50 years. The report notes that LSS reaffirms its core belief in the infinite worth of every person and remains dedicated to assisting individuals and families fleeing war and persecution.

TMJ4 in Milwaukee spoke about how amid a halt in federal assistance, LSS stands out as a reliable partner. LSS released a statement emphasizing that, despite uncertainty, they are reviewing information from their partners and remain committed to providing necessary assistance to their active refugee caseload.

Both reports underscore LSS’ longstanding and unwavering commitment to refugee support, and how LSS’ experience, collaborative efforts, and dedication hope to provide stability and reassurance to refugees.