Summary
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is reviewing green cards issued to immigrants from countries considered high-risk after a shooting in Washington, D.C. The suspect, who was involved in the shooting of two National Guard members, is an Afghan national with a pending green card application. This move follows a broader review of refugee admissions and immigration policies under the Trump administration.
Key Facts
- DHS is reviewing green cards for immigrants from high-risk countries.
- This decision follows a shooting near the White House involving two National Guard members.
- The suspect is an Afghan national who entered the U.S. in 2021 and has a pending green card application.
- U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) temporarily halted processing for Afghan nationals.
- President Trump emphasized the need to re-evaluate entries from Afghanistan.
- The refugee program is under review, with potential revocation for improperly admitted individuals.
- The Trump administration has reduced annual refugee admissions, focusing on specific groups.
