Trump Vows to Halt Immigration from Third World Countries in Second Term
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to intensify his anti-immigration policies if re-elected for a second term, stating that he intends to permanently stop immigration from Third World countries. He described the move as a step towards the ‘complete reconstruction of the United States system.’
Trump said all federal aid and benefits for non-U.S. citizens would be limited, and foreign nationals considered a threat to national security or incompatible with ‘Western civilization’ would be deported from U.S. soil.
Criticizing previous immigration policies, Trump argued they have weakened Americans’ standard of living and undermined the country’s achievements. He also warned that the citizenship of immigrants who threaten domestic stability could be revoked.
In parallel with Trump’s remarks, the U.S. Customs and Immigration Service announced a review of permanent residency (green card) applications from nationals of more than 12 countries. Joseph Edlow, head of the agency, posted on platform X that a directive has been issued to thoroughly review cases from what he called “suspect countries.”
Trump previously included Afghanistan among such countries, raising widespread concerns among Afghan immigrants in the U.S. Many experts and immigration rights advocates have described these policies as discriminatory and contrary to human rights and humanitarian principles.
The announcement comes amid ongoing uncertainty for thousands of Afghan nationals who migrated to the U.S. following recent political upheavals in Afghanistan, especially after the Taliban took control. These individuals are now facing an uncertain future and increasing political threats.
