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Trump Freezes Asylum for 1.5 Million Afghans After Shooting

12/13/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump has frozen asylum decisions and halted visa applications for Afghans after a shooting incident involving an Afghan suspect.
Advocates say the crackdown punishes many Afghans for the actions of one individual and fuels fear in the community.
Around 1.5 million Afghan applicants are affected, including those who served with U.S. forces, leaving many in limbo and prompting calls for recognition and fair treatment.

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U.S. President Donald Trump has frozen asylum decisions and halted visa applications for Afghans after a shooting incident involving an Afghan suspect.
Advocates say the crackdown punishes many Afghans for the actions of one individual and fuels fear in the community.
Around 1.5 million Afghan applicants are affected, including those who served with U.S. forces, leaving many in limbo and prompting calls for recognition and fair treatment.