Donald Trump’s immigration policies are once again making headlines following his decision to bar citizens from 12 countries from entering the United States, with partial restrictions imposed on travelers from an additional seven nations.
According to correspondent Anthony Zurcher, the move isn’t unexpected. During his first term, Trump implemented similar restrictions and had pledged to reinstate them if he returned to office.
Despite the predictability of the decision, it has come as a severe blow to those directly affected. Some individuals, speaking to the BBC, expressed that being denied entry to the U.S. places them in serious danger.
“We supported U.S. forces, and now we are paying the price,” said one Afghan currently in hiding.
Supporters of the policy argue that the travel bans are rooted in concerns over inadequate vetting procedures and visa overstays. “Traveling to America is a privilege, not a right,” Congressman Clay Higgins told the BBC, calling the restrictions “common sense.”
Legal challenges to the new travel ban are anticipated. However, one legal expert believes the U.S. Supreme Court is likely to uphold the policy.
