Trump Says US Will Permanently Pause Migration From ‘Third World’ Countries

Trump Declares Plan to Permanently Pause Migration from ‘Third World’ Nations After White House Shooting

In a sweeping and controversial escalation of US immigration policy, President Donald Trump announced that his administration will “permanently pause migration from all Third World countries”, citing national security concerns following a recent shooting incident involving an Afghan national outside the White House.

In a late-night statement on Truth Social, Trump sharply criticized the previous Biden administration, accusing it of enabling “illegal admissions” and weakening America’s security and economic stability.

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Trump Says Immigration Has Undermined US Progress and Living Conditions

In his post, Trump claimed that immigration policies under his predecessor had “eroded” technological and economic progress. He pledged sweeping enforcement actions, saying the US must “fully recover” from the alleged impact of what he called “millions of Biden illegal admissions.”

Trump wrote:

“I will permanently pause migration from all Third World Countries… terminate all of the millions of Biden illegal admissions… and deport any foreign national who is a public charge, security risk, or non-compatible with Western Civilization.”

He also warned that individuals who “undermine domestic tranquility” could be denaturalized, marking one of the most aggressive stances ever voiced by a sitting US president.

Notably, Trump did not specify which countries would be included in the new immigration pause, beyond broadly referencing “Third World Countries.”

Fresh Immigration Crackdown Follows White House Shooting Incident

The announcement follows heightened political tensions after two National Guard members were shot outside the White House by an Afghan national earlier this week — an incident Trump described as a “terrorist attack.”

Following the attack, US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced an immediate and rigorous review of all Green Cards issued to individuals from “countries of concern.”

USCIS Director Joseph Edlow stated:

“The protection of the American people remains paramount… The American people will not bear the cost of the prior administration’s reckless resettlement policies.”

According to the updated directive, the review applies to all pending and newly filed Green Card applications from November 27, 2025.

The list of countries designated for review includes:
Afghanistan, Myanmar, Burundi, Chad, Republic of the Congo, Cuba, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Laos, Libya, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Togo, Turkmenistan, Venezuela, and Yemen.

Trump Argues Refugee Burden Is Fueling Social Dysfunction

In a separate post, Trump claimed that the US has become “plain STUPID” in how it handles immigration, alleging that America’s foreign-born population has grown to 53 million — a figure he attributed largely to welfare recipients or individuals from “failed nations.”

He also said the refugee burden is now the “leading cause of social dysfunction in America,” citing the example of Somali refugees in Minnesota, whom he accused of contributing to criminal activity — a claim experts say lacks statistical backing and risks inflaming racial tensions.

Trump’s rhetoric pointed to a broader political strategy ahead of the next electoral cycle, blending national security concerns with cultural anxieties to justify sweeping immigration restrictions.

Calls for ‘Reverse Migration’ Intensify Political Divide

In one of the more controversial statements of the night, Trump said:

“Only REVERSE MIGRATION can fully cure this situation.”

He ended his message with a sharply worded Thanksgiving note, saying those who “hate, steal, murder, and destroy everything America stands for” would “not be here for long.”

The remarks have triggered significant political debate, with critics warning of potential humanitarian and diplomatic repercussions if implemented.

Green Card Re-Examination Marks One of the Most Aggressive Immigration Shifts Yet

The new policy directive requires a full-scale review of immigration files from nearly 20 countries, potentially affecting tens of thousands of residents and applicants. Officials say the goal is to weed out security risks, though immigration advocates argue the move may lead to mass delays, wrongful denials, and widespread fear among immigrant communities.

The review also includes scrutiny of an alleged “unauthorized and illegal Autopen approval process,” which the Trump administration claims was used during the Biden era — a charge disputed by former officials.

A Major Shift in US Immigration Policy with Global Implications

Trump’s declaration to “permanently pause migration” signals one of the most expansive immigration restrictions ever proposed by an American administration. While implementation details remain unclear — including which countries will fall under the ban — the announcement underscores a dramatic shift in US policy with significant implications for foreign nationals, refugees, students, and skilled workers across Asia, Africa, and Latin America.

As the political fallout continues, international observers are closely watching how the policy evolves — and how it reshapes US engagement with the rest of the world.

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