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Trump Orders Broad Vetting Review of 200,000 Refugees Admitted Under Biden

Trump Orders Broad Vetting Review of 200,000 Refugees Admitted Under Biden

Summary

President Donald Trump has ordered a detailed review of around 200,000 refugees who were admitted to the United States during President Joe Biden's time in office. This order was outlined in a memo signed by Joe Edlow, the director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

Key Facts

  • President Trump directed a review of refugees admitted under President Joe Biden.
  • The review concerns about 200,000 people entering from January 20, 2021, to February 20, 2025.
  • The memo detailing the order was obtained by Reuters.
  • Joe Edlow, head of USCIS, signed the memo.
  • USCIS did not immediately provide a comment on this directive.
  • This is reported as a breaking news story, with updates expected.

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