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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 2015
Page
7
The United States has admitted a substantial number of Syrian refugees since the 2011 start of the conflict. Since 2011, thousands have been resettled to U.S. cities and states, reflecting ongoing humanitarian programs and security screening protocols.
President Obama urged resettlement of 10000 Syrian refugees within the 2016 fiscal year starting October 1, according to a State Department release cited by ALEJANDRO GONZALEZ of USA TODAY.
Congressional Republicans move to block funding for President Obama's plan to resettle 10 000 Syrian refugees in the United States. They cite concerns after a Paris attack suspect reportedly entered Europe via Greece, urging Senate action to cap funds and require congressional approval for the plan and its $1.2 billion budget.
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U S authorities say the Islamic State video purporting to target Washington does not reveal a credible threat. Following the Paris attacks and ongoing Belgium manhunt, federal agents seek to authenticate the video and review hundreds of investigations into suspected IS sympathizers while noting no specific Homeland threat.
At least 24 governors across states moved to block Syrian refugee resettlement citing public safety. They used executive orders and official requests amid post Paris attacks fears, raising questions on state power to deny based on nationality.
Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker urged vigilance while urging safeguards for Americans as many governors discuss refugee policy. Louisiana’s governor issued steps to curb Syrian refugee relocation. Kentucky Governor-elect Bevins stresses protecting residents as scholars note limited state power to exclude refugees.
A coalition of states led by Alabama and joined by Arizona Arkansas Florida Georgia Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Massachusetts Mississippi Nebraska New Hampshire North Carolina Ohio Oklahoma South Carolina Tennessee Texas Wisconsin announces plans to bar or restrict accepting Syrian refugees. Governors and state agencies say the policy aims to protect residents amid security and economic concerns while clarifying eligibility and enforcement.
Presidents and GOP candidates clash over how to confront Islamic State. Obama rebukes calls to bar Syrian refugees by religion while rivals push tougher actions, including possible U S troop involvement. The dispute follows Paris attacks and a G20 summit.
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