U.S. Pauses Some Asylum Cases Following Deadly D.C. Shooting

The U.S. government has temporarily paused decisions on some asylum applications. This follows a deadly shooting in Washington, D.C., that investigators are treating as an act of terrorism. Two members of the National Guard were shot outside a military recruitment center on Monday. One of the service members died from his injuries. Law enforcement officials have identified the suspect as an Afghan national who entered the United States. He was in the country under a humanitarian immigration program, according to sources. The Trump administration has shifted asylum review policies while the investigation continues. Officials are seeking a motive for the attack. The specific asylum cases affected are those from applicants who are nationals of the suspect's home country. The pause allows for additional security vetting procedures.