House votes to tighten refugee screening after Paris attacks
The House approved a bill 289 to 137 imposing new FBI checks and three high officials sign-offs before any Syrian or Iraqi refugee can enter the United States. Support came from both parties, signaling pressure on Senate action amid White House veto threats and Democratic concerns over image and humanitarian impact.
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Islamic State intensifies chemical public safety items program
Iraqi and U.S. intelligence officials say the Islamic State has created a branch to pursue chemical public safety items with experts from Iraq, Syria, and beyond. They warn of possible nerve gas production, though officials say the group currently lacks the capability for sophisticated agents.
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