Summary
The New York Times reported that former U.S. President Donald Trump considered expanding a travel ban to include up to 36 more countries, mainly in Africa. The ban already restricted entry from 12 nations and limited travel visas from others. This move aligns with Trump's push to reduce immigration during his presidency.
Key Facts
- President Trump considered adding up to 36 countries to the U.S. travel ban list.
- Many of these additional countries are in Africa, including Zimbabwe.
- Previously, Trump banned entry from 12 countries, 7 of which are African.
- The existing bans prevent people from these countries from permanently moving to the U.S. or obtaining tourist or student visas.
- This aligns with Trump's campaign promises to limit immigration.
- Nearly half of surveyed Africans have considered emigrating, mainly for better jobs.
- From 2000 to 2019, the number of African immigrants in the U.S. increased by 246%.
- African-born people now make up 42% of the U.S.'s foreign-born Black population.
