Lawmakers pressure pause on Syrian refugee intake after Paris attack
A rift grows in the party as Senate Democrat Schumer suggests pausing new refugee admissions. House leaders push for a pause to verify terrorists are not infiltrating refugee programs, amid questions of fake passports and enhanced FBI checks.
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Aiken County weighs Syria refugee resettlement stance
Aiken County leaders and residents debate Syrian refugee resettlement after Paris attacks. County officials consider a December resolution urging Haley to say no, citing national security and proximity to the Savannah River Site. The move follows statewide pauses and national ACLU support for refugee programs.
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