Trump Plans to Halt Immigration from Developing Nations: His Justification

In a sweeping declaration, former President Donald Trump has stated his intention to indefinitely cease immigration from all developing nations into the United States. This move, he argues, is part of a broader strategy to counter what he describes as a "destructive invasion" that endangers the nation's security, economy, and social cohesion.

During a Thanksgiving message shared on Truth Social, Trump criticized past immigration policies and outlined the most extreme measures of his administration yet. He pledged, "I will permanently halt immigration from all Third World countries to allow the American system to fully recover, eliminate the millions of illegal admissions by Biden, including those signed by Sleepy Joe Biden's Autopen, and expel anyone who is not a net asset to the United States or is incapable of loving our country."

This statement, which rapidly gained traction online, signifies a hardline shift in immigration policy under his leadership.

Reverse Migration: Trump's Proposed Solution

Trump insists that only a policy of "reverse migration" can rectify what he views as "decades of cumulative errors" at the border and in admission processes.

Further, in his message, he promised to withdraw all federal subsidies and benefits from non-citizens, deport those he deems a "public burden," and denaturalize migrants who, in his opinion, threaten national stability. "I will eliminate all federal benefits and subsidies for non-citizens in our country; denaturalize migrants undermining national tranquility, and deport any foreigner who is a public burden, a security risk, or incompatible with Western civilization," he declared.

He stressed these actions aim to significantly reduce illegal and disruptive populations, including those admitted through unauthorized and illegal Autopen processes.

Concluding with a provocative remark directed at his critics, Trump stated, "Happy Thanksgiving to everyone, except those who hate, steal, murder, and destroy everything America stands for! You won't be here long!"

Security Concerns and the Afghan Incident

The drastic policy shift follows an incident Trump frequently cites as indicative of "the dangers of mismanaged immigration." Last Wednesday, an Afghan national named Rahmanullah Lakanwal, who entered the U.S. under a special visa during the troop withdrawal from Afghanistan, shot two National Guard members near the White House, killing a 20-year-old soldier and critically injuring another.

Trump reacted swiftly, commenting, "This is part of the horrific airlift from Afghanistan. Hundreds of thousands came into our country without any vetting. We will fix it, but never forget what corrupt Joe Biden and his thugs did to our country," alongside a photo of Afghan nationals on a flight to the U.S.

He also expressed his support for the military, saying, "God bless our great National Guard, our entire Army, and law enforcement. They are true heroes."

Review of Green Cards: Impact on Cubans and Venezuelans

Simultaneously, the administration has launched a comprehensive review of all Green Cards issued to citizens from 19 countries, including Cuba, Venezuela, Afghanistan, Iran, Somalia, and Haiti. Joseph B. Edlow, director of USCIS, stated that this initiative aims to assess potential national security threats.

This scrutiny encompasses family reunification cases, political asylum, refugee status, and humanitarian parole. Outcomes may range from processing delays to revocation of legal residency if irregularities are found.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is also reassessing asylum approvals granted during the previous administration, focusing on cases from "sensitive" origins.

Rhetoric Against Specific Communities

Trump has been notably aggressive in his rhetoric towards specific communities. In another post, he made incendiary comments about Somali migrants in Minnesota and Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, asserting, "Hundreds of thousands of Somali refugees are taking over the once great state of Minnesota. Somali gangs roam the streets preying while our wonderful people stay locked in their homes."

Regarding Omar, he wrote, "The worst 'congresswoman' in our country, Ilhan Omar, always wrapped in her diaper hijab [...] complains with hatred about our country, its Constitution, and how 'badly' she's treated, when her place of origin is a decaying, crime-riddled nation that essentially isn't even a country."

These statements have been condemned by multiple civil rights organizations for their racist and dehumanizing nature.

The Blame on Social Dysfunction

In another post, Trump directly accused immigration of being the primary cause of social dysfunction in the United States: "This refugee burden is the main cause of social dysfunction in America: failing schools, high crime, urban decay, overcrowded hospitals, housing shortages, and massive deficits."

He further claimed that the system benefits migrants at the expense of citizens: "A migrant earning $30,000 with a green card will receive approximately $50,000 in annual benefits for their family."

Trump's remarks confirm his administration's trajectory towards a "zero migration" policy for developing nations, with measures ranging from visa suspension and residency revocation to mass deportations and the elimination of social benefits.

Beyond legal implications, the president's discourse marks an ideological turning point: viewing immigration as a threat that must be addressed with exceptional tools, even if it means stripping rights from people already legally residing in the country.

The consequences of this strategy—for millions of migrants, including thousands of Cubans—remain to be seen. However, it appears that the battle against immigration will not only persist but intensify under Donald Trump's current leadership.