Trump Does Not Welcome Migrants From Poorer Countries to Enter US and Calls to Pause Migration

Trump says migrants from poorer countries are not welcome in the US and is hitting pause on migration. People are already panicking about what this could mean for visas, asylum, and Green Cards.

United States President Donald Trump said on Thursday, November 28, that his administration will work to “permanently pause” migration from all “Third World Countries” to allow the US system to fully recover.

He wants to stop all federal benefits for non-citizens, denaturalize migrants who “undermine domestic tranquility,” and deport anyone considered a public charge, a security risk, or “non-compatible with Western civilisation.”

In a statement, he also said his plan would include terminating millions of admissions approved under former President Biden, including ones signed with what he called “Sleepy Joe Biden’s Autopen.” In short, anyone not considered a “net asset” to the US could be at risk.

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Trump framed this move as a way to let the US immigration system “fully recover,” claiming the pause is necessary to prevent disruption. “These goals will be pursued with the aim of achieving a major reduction in illegal and disruptive populations,” Trump said.

The announcement follows a National Guard member being shot near the White House, allegedly by an Afghan national who had been granted asylum earlier this year. After that, US Citizenship and Immigration Services stopped processing all Afghan immigration requests indefinitely.

Widespread review of asylum cases and Green Cards issued to citizens of 19 countries under Biden has also been ordered by Trump. The White House and USCIS have not yet responded to requests for comment, leaving a lot of uncertainty for migrants and applicants.

Third World Countries 2025

Source: World Population Review Website

For people living in third-world countries who are also planning to travel, work, or study in the US, this is a situation to watch closely. Keep an eye on visa approvals, asylum requests, and Green Card processing, especially if you’re from countries that might fall under this pause. Double-check your documents and stay updated through official channels to avoid last-minute surprises at the airport.

Policies like this can shift quickly. Staying informed is the safest move for anyone planning to enter the US.

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