Trump's Barricaded Borders: Twelve Countries Hit by Latest Entry Ban
Limitations on Entry Established by Trump Affecting a Dozen Nations
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Donald J. Trump's latest move in his immigration crusade? A hardline entry ban slapped on the passports of citizens from twelve nations. It's date night with the ban, and the following countries are on the guest list: Afghanistan, Burma (Myanmar), Chad, the Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen [1][2][3]. Starting June 9, they ain't getting in, USA.
While the White House's reasoning behind the ban is as clear as mud, here's the gist – President Trump is rattling his saber, swinging it at the threats he perceives lurking from these countries. National security is the go-to card here, with the idea that folks from these locations pose a risk due to undercooked vetting, potential links to terrorist activities, and Serengeti-levels of chaos in the vetting processes [1][3]. The government is spitting mad because these countries ain't dropping their pants for proper vetting, leading to concerns the bad apples might sneak in [3].
It gets messier with countries not helping much with the deportation of potential nogoodnicks. Misery loves company, right? [3].
Trump hasn't been shy about his stance on immigration. He promised to crack down on illegal immigration and deport millions. But his approach often meets with legal roadblocks. Case in point: the lengthy legal tussle over the removal of supposed Venezuelan gang members, relying on a law older than General Custer [4].
But wait, what about these political spats Trump keeps having with the legal eagles? He's used to calling them "partisan hacks," but they're not having it. Here's a recent example: Venezuelans deported to El Salvador are now seeking the opportunity to appeal their detention [4]. And let's not forget when Trump's first "Muslim Ban" caused a global ruckus [5].
Seems like there's always a storm brewing when Trump's involved! Stay tuned, folks, this rollercoaster ain't over yet!
Sources:
[1] ntv.de, mau/AFP/rts/dpa[2] BBC News[3] The New York Times[4] NPR[5] CNN
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Countries Partially Restricted
The other side of the coin: Sneaky sneak, is that you? Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela will be partially restricted, whatever that means [1].
Civil Rights and Legal Challenges
Trump's first "Muslim Ban" caused a global furore. Even those with valid residence permits were detained or turned away, leading to massive protests and legal challenges. It eventually got revised, with some non-Muslim countries like North Korea incorporated to avoid the whiff of religious discrimination [5].
Despite strict guidelines, exceptions like diplomats were still allowed to enter the U.S. Biden rescinded the decree shortly after his inauguration in January 2021 [5].
Reasons for the Ban in Detail
A LITTLE MORE DETAIL: Yeah, you asked for it!
For Afghanistan, Libya, Sudan, Somalia, and Yemen, the Central Authority Screening Standard (CASS) states that there's a lack of competent authorities for processing passports and verifying identities [3]. Yemen, by the way, is a hub of active US military operations [1].
With Iran, the USA slapped the "state sponsor of terrorism" label, which lands them on the naughty list [3].
For most other countries, the overstay-chance factor comes into play, as citizens are seen as reasonably likely to stay beyond their permit expiration [3].
The community and employment policies might need to address the implications of President Trump's latest entry ban, as it affects citizens of twelve countries. This political move, stemming from the US immigration crusade, has raised concerns about national security and potential links to terrorist activities [1][3].
The general-news worth noting is that the employment policy could be impacted by the hardline entry ban, as citizens from these countries may find it difficult to secure employment in the United States while the ban remains in effect [1][3]. Furthermore, the political limelight is on countries like Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela, as they have been partially restricted, suggesting potentially complex employment and immigration issues for citizens of these nations as well [1].
