Summary
President Trump ordered a detailed review of Green Card holders from countries considered risky after an attack in Washington, D.C. by an Afghan national. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) also stopped all immigration applications from Afghan nationals immediately following the incident.
Key Facts
- President Trump directed a complete review of Green Card holders from certain countries.
- The review follows a shooting in Washington, D.C. involving an Afghan suspect.
- Two West Virginia National Guard members were critically injured in this attack.
- USCIS immediately halted immigration applications from Afghan nationals.
- The list of countries of concern includes 19 nations identified in a proclamation by President Trump on June 4.
- Some countries face full restrictions, while others have partial restrictions on immigration to the U.S.
- The USCIS Director stated that protecting the U.S. and its people is the main priority.
