Jun 16, 2025
36 Countries Face Potential Travel Ban Under Trump Administration
President Trump's administration plans to expand the travel ban to include citizens from 36 more countries, citing national security concerns and vetting issues
This comes after a recent executive order banning entry from 12 countries like Afghanistan, Iran, and Somalia, while nations like Burundi and Venezuela face partial restrictions
The proposed list includes Angola, Ghana, Nigeria, and Zambia, as well as Bhutan, Uganda, and Senegal, with affected regions spanning Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean
Nations are flagged for failing to meet benchmarks like identity verification, passport security, and cooperation on deportation requests
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has issued a 60-day ultimatum for these countries to address US concerns or face full or partial travel restrictions
Current measures have already impacted international students, particularly in Los Angeles and New York, where protests are ongoing
Critics in Washington, Brussels, and the UN argue these policies could damage global diplomacy, human rights, and the US's reputation as a land of opportunity
The expanded travel ban recalls Trump's earlier policies targeting Muslim-majority countries, raising questions about their impact on global relations
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