Trump reacts after Afghan suspect shoots two Guard soldiers.
A day after an Afghan national allegedly shot two National Guard soldiers, Trump announced new plans with sharp urgency.
U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday (November 27, 2025) delivered one of his strongest statements yet on immigration, saying he intends to suspend migration from what he calls “Third World countries.” His declaration came just a day after an Afghan national allegedly shot two National Guard soldiers in Washington, an incident that immediately reignited political tensions and public debate over national security.
Trump made the announcement on social media, writing, “I will permanently pause migration from all Third World Countries to allow the U.S. system to fully recover.” His post carried the unmistakable tone of urgency and frustration that has defined much of his immigration messaging. He also hinted at sweeping rollbacks of immigration policies implemented during Joe Biden’s presidency, saying he planned to reverse “millions” of admissions granted under his predecessor. Further, he said he intended to “remove anyone who is not a net asset to the United States,” a phrase that drew both applause from supporters and strong criticism from opponents who argue the wording is dehumanizing.
The Trump administration followed the President’s message with official details that signaled a potentially far-reaching policy shift. According to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), new guidance has been issued to allow immigration officers to factor in “negative, country-specific” considerations when evaluating immigrants from 19 designated high-risk nations.
These are the same countries that had previously faced travel restrictions under Trump earlier in the year, following a proclamation in June that revived elements of the travel policies from his first term. Officials say the new round of scrutiny will involve a “rigorous” re-examination of all Green Cards issued to nationals of these countries—a process that could affect tens of thousands of people already residing in the United States.
For many of Trump’s supporters, the move signals a firm commitment to restoring what they see as order and security in the immigration system. They argue that the recent shooting incident in Washington is evidence of how the system has failed to keep dangerous individuals out of the country. Supporters say the measures reflect a President determined to protect Americans without hesitation or political restraint.
But critics see the announcement very differently. Immigrant-rights groups, civil-liberties organizations, and many Democratic lawmakers quickly condemned the language and the policies, saying the approach demonizes entire populations based on nationality rather than individual behavior. They also warn that pausing migration from dozens of countries could unravel families, harm refugee communities, and damage America’s global reputation as a nation that historically welcomed people fleeing hardship.
Adding fuel to the already heated debate was another claim Trump made in a separate social media post. gangs, or drug cartels.”** The statement, sweeping in nature and lacking nuance, immediately drew questions from policy experts and opponents who argued that it paints an inaccurate and deeply negative portrait of immigrants as a whole.
Still, Trump’s base responded with strong approval, praising the President for what they see as his willingness to “say what others won’t” and act decisively in moments of crisis. They believe his focus on national security, even when controversial, speaks to their concerns about crime, border control, and the economic strain they feel has been placed on the country.
As the nation absorbs the President’s latest declaration, the political divide is once again unmistakably visible. For supporters, the announcement is a tough but necessary step toward restoring stability and security. For critics, it marks another moment where fear and sweeping generalizations overshadow facts, compassion, and America’s longstanding tradition of offering opportunity to those seeking a better life.
Either way, the conversation has now shifted sharply, and the days ahead will reveal how the administration’s plans unfold, how communities react, and how deeply this policy move will shape the ongoing national debate on immigration.