What happened: The Trump administration announced it will halt immigrant visa processing for nationals from 75 countries starting 21 January, targeting those likely to rely on welfare and public benefits.
Why it matters:
- This affects foreign nationals seeking US immigrant visas from the specified countries.
- It reflects a policy shift aimed at limiting public benefit use among new immigrants.
MNN Take: The pause is part of efforts to tighten immigration controls by restricting visas for individuals deemed likely to use public assistance, impacting immigration flows from multiple countries.
Sources: BBC US & Canada