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    Gov. Greg Abbott Says New Refugees Won't Be Allowed To Settle In Texas

    by Vanessa Romo Jan 10, 2020 2 minutes

    Gov. Greg Abbott announced on Friday that his state will not accept new refugees this year, making Texas the first state to reject resettlements under a new rule from President Trump.

    Trump signed an in September, saying that states and municipalities must give written consent before refugees can be resettled.

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