Connecticut Readies to Accept Afghan Refugees

Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont speaks to reporters in Westport, Conn., on Aug. 7, 2020. John Minchillo/AP Photo

Officials in Connecticut say they are expecting to house several hundred Afghanistan refugees in the coming weeks.

Gov. Ned Lamont said in a news release the refugees will be “fully vetted” by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and have all necessary vaccinations, including for COVID-19.