Just unbelievable and utterly unconstitutional. Obama is warning the states that if they don’t accept his invading force of Syrian refugees they will face ‘enforcement action.’That’s a broad term with military overtones and it smacks of dictatorial tyranny. He’s claiming the Supremacy clause gives the Executive Branch control over the states. It does not… not even close and he knows it. They claim they cannot reject the refugees on the basis of religion and race. How about on the basis of potential terrorism? They speak of suspension and termination below… what does that even mean? They are also demanding welfare and benefits for the refugees upon arrival. This is sheer bullying. The states should stand their individual ground and fight back over this.
From Breitbart:
The Obama administration has warned states to comply with federal efforts to resettle Syrian refugees in communities around the U.S. or else find their states subject to enforcement action.
In a letter this week, the Office of Refugee Resettlement threatens states concerned about resettling Syrians with punitive responses if they refuse to accept the refugees. ORR explains that states may not refuse ORR-funded benefits for refugees on the basis of religion and national origin.
“Accordingly, states may not categorically deny ORR-funded benefits and services to Syrian refugees,” ORR Director Robert Carey wrote in the letter. “Any state with such a policy would not be in compliance with the State Plan requirements, applicable statutes, and their own assurances, and could be subject to enforcement action, including suspension and termination.”
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The agency also pointed to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, prohibiting discrimination for federally funded assistance benefits. Refugees are immediately eligible for welfare and other benefits upon admission to the U.S.
“Thus, it is not permissible to deny federally funded benefits such as Medicaid or [Temporary Assistance for Needy Families] to refugees who otherwise meet the eligibilities requirements,” the letter reads. “ORR is committed to ensuring that all refugees receive assistance and services vital to achieving their potential in the United States and becoming self-sufficient, integrated members of our communities.”
ORR acknowledged in its letter the concerns dozens of governors and lawmakers have raised about the potential for terrorist to infiltrate the refugee process, be placed in their states, and threaten their constituents.
“ORR is aware that state and local leaders, including some governors, have expressed concern about the resettlement of Syrian refugees in their states. In light go these concerns, we note that the resettlement process begins with the work of our federal agency partners in screening and vetting refugees,” Carey wrote.
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Bob Goodlatte (R-VA) slammed the Obama administration for its aggressive stance toward concerned states.
“While the United States has the most generous refugee system in the world, the American people are rightly concerned about admitting Syrian refugees and the impact it would have on the safety of their families and neighbors,” Goodlatte said in a statement. “In light of these concerns, the majority of state governors have taken positions that reflect the views of their residents.”
He further criticized the administration as “hypocritical” for threatening states that might not comply with refugee resettlement while turning a blind eye to sanctuary cities — that refuse to cooperate with immigration enforcement.
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The government reiterates they are screening and vetting the refugees. Bull crap. They are not in police or intelligence databases. They have no valid paperwork and no background that can be checked. Biometrics? What a joke. This is insane. We are to accept hundreds of thousands of refugees shoved on us by the UN and just suck it up and enjoy the invasion. We must have asked for it by the way we dress. The supposed ‘enforcement action’ refers to the loss of federal funding. Tell them to stuff their money and get lost. Obama will use force if he thinks he can pull it off. Nudge is turning to shove very quickly here. Shove back.
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The States have more power than they realize. If they stick together and tell the feds to go eat crap especially obama. How about the States with holding federal tax revenue they take in from taxpayers. The majority of the people in those states would be glad to back up their Governors and the State Police if the feds wanted to pull their big tough guy act. If the Governor’s of these states asked for the militia’s and all Veteran’s to support them in any way they would. And how about these cowardly muslims fighting for their own countries instead of having other nations take them in and support them.
We been a bucnch of dumb sheep, heck since 1965 I believe. There are many contractors that have been taking care people the government has given them. The government brings over who ever they want and they get set up with whatever they need. If they can work they get a job and what ever support they need to make there survival garenteed. Those that cant are probably getting welfare, Our social Security…whatever they need. If they entered under the bho era, they are most likly radical muslems……..hes helping them in my opinion.
if someone forcefully tries to destroy my life and heritage, I will respond with force and an equal disregard for the supposed law. Simple. Wanna fight?
How about this; Oh Goody ! It is about time the states stand up against tyranny and bring out their national guards to protect themselves. If the government uses it army to cause conflict within our borders it, (Obama) could be brought up on charges of violating the Posse Comitatus Act.
If OstupidO wants to bring out his private army of psychopathic killers, he and they will meet up with an armed citizenship who will help their national guard stand strong.
So even at 69, I offer my services to California’s national guard if they need me.
Obama is ISIS! He is the biggest traitor since benidict Arnold! And, Washington is a city full of eunuchs! For proof look no further then roberts, and boehner! Not a pair of balls to be found! Old men don’t need them, they’re all impotent anyway. Eunuchville! A bunch of balless wonders! A testical wasteland!
But, to be fair, it’s my understanding that everyone in power in Washington is taken to the basement, and asked to press a red button located on the floor. Once the red button is pressed the floor opens up. They are quickly grabed by the neck and restrained as they are forced to lean forward over the gapping hole. The fire leaps out wildly in an uncontrolled frenzy, and nearly burns them to a crisp (explains roberts, and boehners red faces). As they are precariously held over the flaming hole, a huge beast (larger than a dinosaur) rises up out of it, and explains the consequences of their going against the plan! They all wet themselves (eunuchs still have pee parts), and cry like spoiled three year olds, and pledge their support to the lawless one. The one who destroys many in the name of peace! The blasphemer! Then they go up to the oval office with far better understanding of who he is, and obama asks if they understand fully. They all say yes. He then stands in front of the rainbow flag, and says “then boehner me!” And they worship him.
Go ahead, Barry, just try it. The American people have had enough of your bullshit. You are not an emperor or some sort of twisted version of royalty. Barry you really want a fight, well that time is just about here.