President Donald Trump announced plans to permanently pause migration from all "Third World Countries" to allow the US immigration system to recover, following an Afghan national's alleged shooting of two National Guard soldiers. The policy targets reversing Biden-era admissions and prioritizing national security.
Policy Announcement
On November 27, 2025, President Trump posted on social media declaring a permanent suspension of migration from "Third World Countries." The move responds to an Afghan suspect's attack on National Guard members near the White House, emphasizing system overload and security vetting failures under prior administration.
Broader Context
This aligns with Trump's aggressive immigration stance since his January 2025 inauguration, including halting Afghan processing, capping refugees at 7,500 (prioritizing Afrikaners), and reviewing green cards from "countries of concern" like Afghanistan, Iran, and Venezuela. Legal challenges loom as affected groups face renewed uncertainty.
Key Highlights
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Trigger: Afghan national allegedly shoots two Guard soldiers.
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Scope: Permanent pause on all migration from "Third World Countries."
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Actions: Reverse Biden admissions; reexamine green cards.
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Refugee Cap: 7,500 annually, historic low.
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Criticism: Human rights groups decry impact on vetted refugees.
Sources: Barron's, Yahoo/Reuters, Gulf News