Trump administration halts immigrant visa processing from 75 countries

4 months ago

The Trump administration has indefinitely suspended immigrant visa processing for people from 75 countries.
The freeze targets applicants deemed likely to become a 'public charge' who may rely on government benefits.
The state department announced the pause to ensure new immigrants do not 'extract wealth from the American people.'
The administration has revoked over 100,000 visas and deported more than 605,000 people since Trump returned to office.
Trump has particularly focused on Somali Americans, making derogatory remarks about them.
The freeze follows expanded travel bans, asylum suspensions, and halted citizenship/green card applications for restricted countries.
Research contradicts claims about immigrant welfare use, showing immigrants consume fewer benefits than native-born Americans.
Experts warn the policy will deter immigrant families from accessing public benefits, even when eligible.
Trump previously stated support for legal immigration, emphasizing entry 'in the largest numbers ever' but legally.

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