The Gold Card
5 hours ago
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- #immigration
- The order establishes the 'Gold Card' visa program to facilitate entry for immigrants who provide significant financial gifts to the U.S.
- Individuals must donate $1 million, while corporations must donate $2 million on behalf of an individual to qualify.
- The program prioritizes immigrants who can benefit the U.S., such as entrepreneurs, investors, and business professionals.
- Gifts will be deposited into a Treasury fund to promote commerce and American industry.
- The Secretaries of Commerce, State, and Homeland Security must implement the program within 90 days.
- The order criticizes prior immigration policies for enabling illegal immigration and straining public resources.
- The program includes provisions for expedited visa processing, transferability of sponsorship, and administrative fees.
- The order emphasizes compliance with existing laws and does not create new legal rights or benefits.