The latest news as hundreds of thousands make their way across Europe in search of safety and a better life. All times local: 9:20 p.m. U.S. lawmakers in the House of Representatives have approved a Republican bill erecting new barriers for Syrian and Iraqi refugees trying to enter the United States. Thursday's vote was 289-137 in favor — exceeding the two-thirds majority needed to override any veto from President Barack Obama. The vote came after White House officials visited Congress and lobbied Democrats to oppose the legislation. Dozens of Democrats still joined Republicans in supporting the measure. The curbs in effect suspend the entry of Syrian and Iraqi refugees into the U.S. for...
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