Carter demands removal of Georgia doctor connected to Iranian Regime leaders advocating violence against Americans

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-GA) today sent a letter to Emory University and the Georgia Composite Medical Board demanding the immediate removal of Dr. Fatemeh Ardeshir-Larijani from her position at Emory University and termination of her medical license in Georgia, citing her immediate familial ties to a senior Iranian official who has publicly advocated violence against Americans.

In the letter, Rep. Carter writes, "Dr. Ardeshir-Larijani is the daughter of Ali Larijani, a senior official of the Islamic Republic of Iran…That regime is designated by the United States as a state sponsor of terrorism responsible for the killing, imprisonment, and brutal repression of thousands of civilians. Her father has recently and publicly advocated violence against Americans and U.S. allies."

Rep. Carter continues, "In light of these facts, Dr. Ardeshir-Larijani's continued role treating American patients at a major U.S. medical institution is unacceptable…America's medical institutions must not serve as a safe harbor for individuals connected by blood and loyalty to regimes that openly call for the death of Americans. Patient safety, public trust, and national security demand decisive action now. "

Read the full letter here.

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