USCIS Halts All Asylum Decisions to Protect Americans After Washington Shooting

Following a tragic shooting in Washington D.C. where an Afghan-born assailant targeted National Guard members—resulting in one death and one critical injury—the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has taken decisive action by halting all asylum decisions until stringent vetting procedures are guaranteed.This move reflects a sober recognition that national security cannot be compromised by lax immigration protocols. With nearly 1.5 million asylum applications pending through December 2024, according to data from the American Immigration Council, this freeze underscores the scale of backlog but more importantly, it prioritizes the safety of American citizens above bureaucratic expediency.How Long Can Washington...