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Trump Targets Citizenship-by-Investment Amid Security Concerns

1/10/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump reinstated an executive order to limit foreign national entry, citing security risks from citizenship-by-investment programs.
U.S. officials warn that citizenship-by-investment programs could let individuals from restricted countries bypass travel restrictions.
Roosevelt Skerrit, Dominica's Prime Minister, emphasized transparency and cooperation with the United States amid reforms to tighten background checks.
Experts say the scrutiny reflects broader border-control policy changes rather than deficiencies in Antigua and Barbuda's vetting.

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U.S. President Donald Trump reinstated an executive order to limit foreign national entry, citing security risks from citizenship-by-investment programs.
U.S. officials warn that citizenship-by-investment programs could let individuals from restricted countries bypass travel restrictions.
Roosevelt Skerrit, Dominica's Prime Minister, emphasized transparency and cooperation with the United States amid reforms to tighten background checks.
Experts say the scrutiny reflects broader border-control policy changes rather than deficiencies in Antigua and Barbuda's vetting.