The Order suspends the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP). Effective January 27, 2025, entry under the USRAP is suspended and decisions on applications for refugee status are suspended. The Secretary of State and Secretary of Homeland Security may jointly determine to admit refugees on a case-by-case basis. Within 90 days, and every 90 days thereafter, the Secretary of State will report to the President whether resumption of USRAP is in the interest of the United States.
The Order rescinds Executive Order 14013 of February 4, 2021.
Realigning the United States Refugee Admissions Program
