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Trump Administration Expands Travel Ban to 20 Additional Countries and Palestinian Authority: Full Analysis and Impact
Dec 17, 2025 10:40 am CST
The Trump administration has significantly expanded US travel restrictions to include 20 additional countries and the Palestinian Authority, doubling the number of nations affected by entry limitations. Five countries now face complete travel bans, while 15 others face partial restrictions. The expanded policy, effective January 1, affects both visitors and immigrants with specific exemptions for certain visa holders. Officials cite document fraud, vetting challenges, and security concerns as key justifications for these sweeping changes.
New US Policy Requires H-1B and H-4 Visa Applicants to Make Social Media Profiles Public for Enhanced Security Screening
Dec 04, 2025 03:57 pm CST
Starting December 15, the US State Department will implement new vetting procedures requiring all H-1B visa applicants and their H-4 dependents to set their social media profiles to "public" as part of enhanced security screening. This measure, previously applied only to students and exchange visitors, represents the latest in a series of immigration restrictions under the Trump administration, which has also introduced a $100,000 fee for new H-1B visas and paused immigration applications from 19 countries of concern.
Trump Administration Halts Immigration Processing for 19 Non-European Countries Citing Security Concerns
Dec 03, 2025 01:41 pm CST
The Trump administration has suspended all immigration applications from 19 non-European countries, including green card and citizenship processing, citing national security concerns following recent incidents. The pause affects countries already under partial travel restrictions and requires thorough re-reviews of pending applications. This move represents a shift toward tightening legal immigration pathways alongside the administration's existing deportation efforts.
Trump Orders Comprehensive Review of Green Cards from High-Risk Countries: Application Process, Eligibility, and Fees Explained
Nov 28, 2025 03:04 pm CST
Following an incident involving an Afghan national, President Trump has ordered a thorough review of all Green Cards issued to immigrants from designated "countries of concern." This article explains what Green Cards are, who qualifies for them, the application process, and associated fees, providing essential information for those navigating the US immigration system during this policy shift.
Nalin Haley Calls for End to Legal Immigration as Young Americans Struggle to Find Jobs
Nov 10, 2025 11:53 pm CST
Nalin Haley, son of former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley, advocates for restricting both legal and illegal immigration, citing employment difficulties faced by young Americans despite their qualifications. The 24-year-old expresses frustration about the job market, housing affordability, and what he perceives as competition from foreign workers, despite coming from a prominent Indian-American political family.
Indians Excluded from US Green Card Lottery Until 2028: Immigration Pathways Narrow Under Trump Administration
Oct 17, 2025 11:14 am CST
Indian nationals will be ineligible for the US Diversity Visa lottery until at least 2028 due to high immigration volumes exceeding the program's threshold of 50,000 immigrants over five years. With 127,010 Indians immigrating to the US in 2022 alone, Indians must now pursue alternative pathways including H-1B conversion, investment-based immigration, or family sponsorship, all of which face increasing restrictions under the Trump administration's immigration policies.
UK PM Keir Starmer Resists Expanding Visa Access for Indian Workers Despite Business Pressure During Mumbai Visit
Oct 08, 2025 02:28 pm CST
During his visit to Mumbai, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer firmly rejected calls to increase visa allowances for Indian skilled workers following the UK-India free trade agreement. Despite being accompanied by 125 business leaders concerned about potential labor shortages, Starmer emphasized that the focus should remain on business engagement and investment rather than expanding immigration pathways, as his government faces domestic pressure to limit migration numbers.
Harvard Economist Warns: Trump's Tariffs and Immigration Crackdown Will Stifle US Economic Growth
Oct 01, 2025 07:11 pm CST
Harvard economist Kenneth Rogoff warns that the Trump administration's high tariffs on several countries and steep H-1B visa fee hikes will significantly hamper US economic growth. He emphasizes that restricting access to skilled foreign workers, particularly from India who comprise 70% of H-1B visa holders, will deprive American tech companies of crucial talent and recommends India lower its own tariffs while seeking diversified trade partnerships to mitigate potential economic impact.
Exclusive: Indian Techie On How She Spent $2,000 To Beat H-1B Deadline
Sep 24, 2025 04:54 pm CST
Amrutha Tamanam was in India last week on paid leave when her boss in the US messaged her about President Donald Trump's new diktat of $100,000 H-1B visa fee.
Revised H-1B Fee Only For New Applicants, Won't Affect Renewals Either: Sources
Sep 21, 2025 02:21 am CST
In a big relief for Indians who are currently on H-1B visas, the new $100,000 fee will apply only to the next upcoming lottery cycle and not existing holders or renewals, a White House official told NDTV.