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Importantly, the proclamation does not revoke visas issued before June 9th, allowing those already in the U.S. to remain unless they travel outside the country, which could risk being stranded abroad. Exceptions are made for green card holders and individuals traveling for specific events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Justification and Reactions
The White House justified the bans by citing deficiencies in vetting and screening processes in the affected countries. Officials consider the countries’ information sharing policies, visa overstay rates, and harboring of terrorist groups as critical factors influencing the decision. President Trump emphasized that the move was a matter of national security: