The
Department of Homeland Security is resuming normal processing of refugees from
11 countries that had previously only been admitted on a “case-by-case” basis.
But
DHS officials say they are working to implement new screening measures for
applicants from those high-risk countries following a 90-day review.
Secretary
Kirstjen Nielsen said during a speech at the Woodrow Wilson Center Monday that
the changes were aimed at better protecting the country against terrorism,
crime and fraud.
President
Donald Trump has worked to restrict the number of refugees allowed into the
country, including signing a four-month ban on refugees last year.
The
administration won’t publicly confirm the 11 countries. But officials say they
intend to review the list and update it six months from now.
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