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D.C. Welcomes Only 73 Refugees Amid Nationwide Disparity

7/9/2025

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In a striking contrast, Washington D.C. has welcomed just 73 refugees over the past six years, despite its status as a center for refugee programs. Meanwhile, states like Vermont and North Dakota have embraced thousands. This disparity highlights a troubling disconnect, as critics accuse D.C. officials of promoting resettlement elsewhere while neglecting their own communities.

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In a striking contrast, Washington D.C. has welcomed just 73 refugees over the past six years, despite its status as a center for refugee programs. Meanwhile, states like Vermont and North Dakota have embraced thousands. This disparity highlights a troubling disconnect, as critics accuse D.C. officials of promoting resettlement elsewhere while neglecting their own communities.