Trump Administration Considering Expanding Travel Restrictions

The Trump Administration is considering expanding current travel restrictions to include 36 additional countries. This potential decision would build on an earlier proclamation that restricted foreign nationals from 12 countries from entering the United States. According to a cable reported by Reuters and The Washington Post, the State Department has identified various issues with the 36 proposed countries. These concerns include national security threats, public safety issues, and a lack of cooperation with U.S. deportation and immigration initiatives. The affected countries will have 60 days to address the U.S. concerns; otherwise, they may face full or partial entry bans.

For more information, please read the following Reuters article listing the potentially affected countries: Trump administration weighs adding 36 countries to travel ban, memo says | Reuters