UN's global refugee resettlement program crumbles after US withdrawal
Briefly

During Trump’s second term, executive orders included the suspension of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program, impacting the UN resettlement efforts significantly. A federal judge blocked the order, yet the State Department continued to terminate key contracts facilitating resettlement. The Ninth Circuit Court mandated the resettlement of thousands of refugees impacted by canceled flights. Resettlement is a vital process for vulnerable asylum seekers, especially for women and girls who face risks in host countries, making the suspension a pressing humanitarian issue.
The U.S. suspension of the Refugee Admissions Program dealt a serious blow to the UN resettlement initiative, blocking aid for vulnerable asylum seekers.
Despite a federal judge blocking Trump's executive order, the termination of contracts with organizations implementing refugee resettlement has persisted.
The Ninth Circuit Court ruled on resettling thousands of refugees whose flights were canceled, underscoring the program’s essential role in aiding vulnerable individuals.
Resettlement is crucial for the most vulnerable asylum seekers; over 50% of beneficiaries are women and girls at risk in host countries.
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