Washington(The COW News Digital)U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated that the suspension of all refugee applications could remain in effect for an extended period, with no set timeline for lifting the restrictions. Speaking to journalists aboard Air Force One, Trump emphasized that the United States will not accept refugees from certain countries until the administration is confident about national security and domestic stability.
“We do not want these people in our country right now. We have enough problems already,” Trump said. He described some nations, particularly in the developing world, as “crime-ridden” and unable to adequately care for their own citizens, suggesting that the United States should not bear the responsibility of admitting individuals from such regions.
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The president’s remarks followed the administration’s recent announcement halting all decisions on refugee applications, a policy that has drawn both domestic and international attention. Officials stated that the move is intended to allow the government time to review security protocols and ensure thorough vetting processes.
During his comments, Trump also criticized Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, highlighting her background as a Somali refugee who arrived in the United States over two decades ago. Trump has previously cited Somalia and similar countries as examples of nations whose citizens he believes should face stricter entry requirements. Omar, who became the first Somali-American member of Congress, has been an outspoken critic of Trump’s immigration policies.
The president reiterated that national security concerns and the need to maintain social and economic stability are the primary reasons for the extended suspension. “Until we are satisfied that the process is safe, fair, and protects American citizens, there is no deadline for lifting the ban,” he added.
Trump’s administration has framed the refugee halt as part of a broader effort to tighten immigration controls and review entry policies from countries deemed high risk. Critics, however, argue that the policy unfairly targets vulnerable populations fleeing conflict and persecution, and that it undermines the United States’ historic role as a haven for refugees.
The debate over refugee admissions is expected to continue in Congress and among advocacy groups, as stakeholders weigh humanitarian obligations against security and domestic policy considerations. Observers say that the duration and scope of the suspension will have significant implications for U.S. immigration policy and its international standing.
