U.S. Halts Migration from Select Countries Following National Guard Shooting

Date: November 30, 2025

Author: Deen

Washington, D.C. — In a dramatic move following a deadly shooting near the White House, President Donald Trump announced a sweeping freeze on migration from several countries. The announcement comes after two members of the West Virginia National Guard were shot on duty near the nation’s capital. One soldier later died, while the other remains in critical condition.

The suspect, identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, is an Afghan national who entered the U.S. in 2021 under a resettlement program following the American withdrawal from Afghanistan. Authorities described the attack as an ambush-style incident.

Speaking from his Mar-a-Lago estate, President Trump called the shooting a “terrorist-style” act and declared an immediate halt to asylum case decisions and visa issuances for Afghan nationals. The President further announced a “permanent pause” on migration from what he described as high-risk countries, citing national security concerns.

Key Measures Announced

• Suspension of all asylum case approvals and visa issuances from designated countries.
• Review of the legal status of immigrants deemed a security risk or “incompatible with Western values.”
• Ending federal benefits for non-citizens found in violation of new guidelines.

Supporters of the policy argue it prioritizes public safety and addresses potential gaps in the current immigration system. Critics, including human rights organizations and refugee advocates, warn that the policy unfairly targets entire communities and may violate international obligations.

The White House has not clarified the complete list of countries affected or detailed the criteria for determining “security risk.” Officials also remain unclear on the duration of the freeze or the process for reviewing existing immigrant statuses.

Meanwhile, investigations into the shooting continue. Law enforcement has described the event as a targeted attack, highlighting concerns about the security of military personnel in the nation’s capital.

This announcement is expected to reignite debates over U.S. immigration policy, national security, and the balance between civil liberties and safety measures.

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