The United States government has expanded its travel restrictions to cover more than 30 countries, citing national security concerns and immigration risks. The announcement was made by U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and comes as part of a broader review of travel and immigration policies.
The new measures will limit or suspend entry for citizens from the affected countries, though officials did not immediately list all the nations impacted. The expanded ban follows previous restrictions imposed by the U.S. on countries deemed high-risk due to security threats or irregular migration patterns.
The White House emphasized that the policy aims to protect American citizens, strengthen border security, and ensure that individuals entering the country meet established vetting standards.
President Donald Trump, who has overseen several immigration and travel policy reforms, stated that the expansion is part of a comprehensive strategy to safeguard U.S. borders. Some lawmakers and immigration advocacy groups have criticized the ban, warning that it could strain diplomatic relations and negatively impact families, students, and businesses.
Security experts say the move is part of ongoing efforts to modernize U.S. immigration controls while addressing evolving global security risks.
The expansion comes as the U.S. continues to review and tighten travel and immigration regulations, following recent concerns over illegal migration and potential threats posed by foreign nationals.
The policy is expected to take effect in the coming weeks, with details on exemptions and enforcement procedures to be provided by the Department of Homeland Security.
