This recent travel ban marks Trump's second attempt at imposing similar limitations, affecting nationals from primarily Muslim-majority countries and now inciting legal and public backlash.
Trump Signs New Travel Ban Targeting 12 Nations, Citing Security Concerns
Trump Signs New Travel Ban Targeting 12 Nations, Citing Security Concerns
New restrictions implemented amidst domestic security fears and previous controversies.
Trump's latest travel ban, effective Monday at 12:01 AM, targets nationals from 12 countries as the administration cites national security risks. This order recalls Trump's previous travel ban from 2017, extending its reach as the president reinforces his focus on protecting American citizens from perceived threats.
The countries subject to the ban include Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, Congo-Brazzaville, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen. It further imposes partial travel restrictions on an additional seven nations: Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela.
The administration claims these "common sense restrictions" are necessary for safeguarding Americans from dangerous foreign actors, reflecting heightened concerns following a recent terror attack in Boulder, Colorado. The assailant, identified as an Egyptian national, raises questions about the ban's efficacy, as Egypt is notably absent from the restricted list.
Despite this, certain exemptions allow entry for specific groups, such as athletes participating in international events, members of persecuted religious minorities, Afghan nationals holding special visas, and lawful permanent residents. Additionally, case-by-case exemptions may be granted if they serve U.S. national interests.
The global response has been swift, with nations like Somalia seeking cooperation to address security concerns and Venezuelan officials warning of risks associated with U.S. presence. U.S. lawmakers and human rights advocates have denounced the ban, calling it reminiscent of Trump's first controversial travel order and labeling it discriminatory.
The 2017 ban faced legal challenges before the Supreme Court upheld a revised version after adding non-Muslim countries. President Joe Biden repealed this order in 2021, framing it as a detrimental aspect of the nation's history. As Trump's influence continues in his second term, the legality and ethicality of this new ban remain hotly debated.
The countries subject to the ban include Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, Congo-Brazzaville, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen. It further imposes partial travel restrictions on an additional seven nations: Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela.
The administration claims these "common sense restrictions" are necessary for safeguarding Americans from dangerous foreign actors, reflecting heightened concerns following a recent terror attack in Boulder, Colorado. The assailant, identified as an Egyptian national, raises questions about the ban's efficacy, as Egypt is notably absent from the restricted list.
Despite this, certain exemptions allow entry for specific groups, such as athletes participating in international events, members of persecuted religious minorities, Afghan nationals holding special visas, and lawful permanent residents. Additionally, case-by-case exemptions may be granted if they serve U.S. national interests.
The global response has been swift, with nations like Somalia seeking cooperation to address security concerns and Venezuelan officials warning of risks associated with U.S. presence. U.S. lawmakers and human rights advocates have denounced the ban, calling it reminiscent of Trump's first controversial travel order and labeling it discriminatory.
The 2017 ban faced legal challenges before the Supreme Court upheld a revised version after adding non-Muslim countries. President Joe Biden repealed this order in 2021, framing it as a detrimental aspect of the nation's history. As Trump's influence continues in his second term, the legality and ethicality of this new ban remain hotly debated.
