DHS plans tougher screening for refugees from 11 countries
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The Department of Homeland Security is resuming normal processing of refugees from 11 countries that had previously only been admitted on a "case-by-case" basis.
But DHS officials say they are working to implement new screening measures for applicants from those high-risk countries following a 90-day review.
Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen said during a speech at the Woodrow Wilson Center Monday that the changes were aimed at better protecting the country against terrorism, crime and fraud.
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President Donald Trump has worked to restrict the number of refugees allowed into the country, including signing a four-month ban on refugees last year.
The administration won't publicly confirm the 11 countries. But officials say they intend to review the list and update it six months from now.