Summary
Donald Trump has suspended U.S. refugee programs, canceling flights for nearly 1,660 Afghans cleared for resettlement, including families of active-duty U.S. military personnel, unaccompanied minors, and those at risk of Taliban retaliation.
This executive order leaves thousands more approved refugees in limbo.
Advocates warn the move abandons vetted allies and strains U.S. credibility.
Minority Democrats called the decision “shameful,” citing its impact on vulnerable groups and U.S. service members’ families.
Said like someone who confidently knows nothing about the complex process of vetting the backgrounds of people applying for refugee status.