Washington, D.C. – June 4, 2025 — President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order instituting a travel ban on 12 countries, citing the need to “protect Americans from dangerous foreign actors.” The announcement, made during a White House press briefing, is already generating strong reactions and is expected to face legal and political pushback.
The new policy, which takes effect on June 9, 2025, prohibits entry into the United States for most nationals from the listed countries. According to Trump, the action was partly influenced by recent security concerns, including the Colorado attack on Sunday, which he referenced during the announcement.
“We don’t want them,” Trump stated bluntly, emphasizing the administration’s renewed focus on immigration control and border security.
🛑 Countries Affected by the Full Travel Ban:
- Afghanistan
- Myanmar
- Chad
- Republic of the Congo
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Haiti
- Iran
- Libya
- Somalia
- Sudan
- Yemen
⚠️ Partial Travel Restrictions Also Imposed On:
- Cuba
- Venezuela
- (Five other countries to be disclosed by the Department of Homeland Security)
✅ Exemptions to the Ban Include:
- Athletes participating in major international sporting events
- Select Afghan nationals with prior U.S. affiliations or humanitarian considerations
- Dual nationals holding passports from countries not included in the ban
This proclamation mirrors Trump’s 2017 travel ban targeting several Muslim-majority nations, which sparked mass protests and extensive litigation. Legal experts anticipate a similar wave of court challenges in the coming days, arguing that the order may violate civil liberties and target specific ethnic or religious groups.
The policy also fulfills a 2024 campaign promise from Trump, who vowed to restore strict immigration rules during his second term.
The full implementation plan and affected visa categories are expected to be detailed by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the State Department later this week.
🟠 This is a developing story. Stay with us for real-time updates on legal responses, exemptions, and international reactions.
