The rule authorizes asylum officers to offer asylum to individuals who assert a fear of persecution or torture and pass the required credible fear screening. Currently, such cases are decided only by immigration judges.
Guv, Legislature mum on DHS ‘domestic threat actor’ bulletin

Neither Gov. Phil Scott nor the Legislature have much to say as yet about the Feb. 7 Department of Homeland Security bulletin promising action against online critics of government policies.
Tyranny just around the corner?

Speak up for freedom, while there’s still time.