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Trump Halts Visas for 75 Nations, Sparks Outrage

1/17/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration halted immigrant visas from 75 countries on January 14, citing welfare concerns.
Critics say the justification is misleading, noting most immigrants are not eligible for cash welfare and still contribute to the economy.
The policy echoes quotas from the 1924 Immigration Act, which aimed to preserve a predominantly white America.
Civil rights advocates urge resistance and equality for all immigrants.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration halted immigrant visas from 75 countries on January 14, citing welfare concerns.
Critics say the justification is misleading, noting most immigrants are not eligible for cash welfare and still contribute to the economy.
The policy echoes quotas from the 1924 Immigration Act, which aimed to preserve a predominantly white America.
Civil rights advocates urge resistance and equality for all immigrants.