One of President Trump's first executive orders has placed a halt on many refugees bound for the U.S. Here in Utah, dozens of refugees are now left in limbo.
<p>SALT LAKE CITY — One of President Trump's first executive orders has placed a halt on many refugees bound for the United States.
 These individuals, from countries like Congo, Somalia, and Afghanistan, were set to begin new lives in Utah. But as of Wednesday, their flights were canceled.
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