Syrian refugee vetting under scrutiny as US plans intake grows
The United States plans to accept about 10 000 Syrian refugees amid a broader annual intake of 70 000 refugees. Officials say refugee investigations involve Homeland Security the State Department and U S intelligence agencies with in person overseas interviews biometric data and background checks. FBI Director James Comey warns risk remains as checks depend on available information amid limited cooperation from some countries including Syria.
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