US immigration reform
Trump's Plan to "Permanently Pause" Migration from Poor Nations Following National Guard Shooting
Nov 29, 2025 01:55 am CST
President Trump has announced plans to "permanently pause migration" from poorer nations following a shooting incident where an Afghan national attacked two National Guard members in Washington D.C., killing one. The administration pledges to revoke legal status for millions of immigrants, blaming them for various societal problems from crime to housing shortages. The incident has intensified the immigration debate and raised concerns about potential backlash against refugee communities.
Trump Acknowledges US Needs Foreign Talent Despite H-1B Visa Crackdown
Nov 12, 2025 01:03 pm CST
President Trump has softened his stance on immigration reform, admitting the US lacks certain specialized talents and needs foreign workers in sensitive sectors despite his administration's $100,000 H-1B visa fee hike and ongoing investigations into visa program abuses. While maintaining his "America First" policy, Trump's recent statements highlight the complex balance between protecting American jobs and filling critical skills gaps in the US workforce.