Trump's suspension of refugee program shocks but doesn't surprise advocates
Briefly

Donald Trump's recent announcements to suspend the U.S. refugee resettlement program and cancel plans for already approved refugees have alarmed advocacy groups, which had been preparing to resettle vulnerable individuals rapidly before the new administration took office. Organizations like Global Refuge and Exodus Refugee Immigration rushed to accommodate and assist as many refugees as possible, highlighting moral imperatives in American policy. The looming policy changes have resulted in grave concerns regarding the safety and future of many refugees, reflecting a departure from previous humanitarian commitments made by the U.S.
American moral leadership, particularly in refugee resettlement, is critical, as articulated by many advocacy groups shaken by Trump's suspension of the program.
Global Refuge incubated a focused response to resettle more refugees under strict deadlines, managing to help 55 individuals just before Trump's policies took effect.
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