By Chippewa Valley Times |
Dec 19, 2023
U.S. Representative Derrick Van Orden (R-WI) has expressed reservations about a proposed refugee resettlement in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. He cites the U.S. Department of State's failure to provide requested information on vetting procedures for the individuals as the reason for his hesitation. In a letter addressed to Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Van Orden sought details on the vetting procedures conducted on potential refugees, emphasizing the need for comprehensive information regarding their identities and countries of origin.