Washington: US President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that he intends to “permanently pause migration from all Third World Countries,” following a shooting incident in Washington involving an Afghan national accused of wounding two National Guard soldiers.
Trump made the declaration on social media, saying the move is necessary to allow the US immigration system to “fully recover.” His latest statement marks one of the strongest immigration positions of his presidency and is expected to spark significant political and international debate.
The announcement comes a day after authorities reported the arrest of the Afghan suspect, whose alleged attack reignited discussions around border security and vetting procedures. The White House has yet to release formal policy details or a timeline for implementing the proposed suspension.
