Rauner Temporarily Suspends Accepting New Syrian Refugees

Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner has temporarily suspended accepting new Syrian refugees to the state.

The news comes in the wake of the terrorist attacks in Paris and the revelation that at least some of those involved apparently entered the country while embedded in the current wave of Syrian war refugees.

Here's the full text of the Governor's release:

“Our nation and our state have a shared history of providing safe haven for those displaced by conflict, but the news surrounding the Paris terror attacks reminds us of the all-too-real security threats facing America. We must find a way to balance our tradition as a state welcoming of refugees while ensuring the safety and security of our citizens. Therefore, the state of Illinois will temporarily suspend accepting new Syrian refugees and consider all of our legal options pending a full review of our country’s acceptance and security processes by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.”

Illinois joins at least seven other states in temporarily refusing to accept Syrian refugees.