Summary
The Trump administration has stopped all immigration applications from 19 countries considered "high-risk" for security reasons. This decision follows an incident involving an Afghan suspect in a deadly shooting near the White House. The affected countries were already under travel restrictions from a previous order by President Trump.
Key Facts
- The Trump administration halted immigration applications from 19 countries deemed "high-risk."
- A recent incident involving an Afghan national in a shooting prompted the decision.
- Affected countries include Afghanistan, Haiti, Iran, Somalia, Venezuela, and others.
- All applicants from these countries must undergo a thorough review process.
- The measure is to address national security and public safety concerns.
- The decision could delay the processing of existing immigration applications.
- USCIS director ordered a review of all green card holders from these nations.
- Homeland Security Secretary proposed expanding travel restrictions to more countries.
