USCIS halts processing of immigration requests for Afghan nationals

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced an immediate halt to the processing of all immigration requests related to Afghan nationals. This suspension will remain in effect indefinitely while the agency conducts a review of its security and vetting protocols.

The USCIS emphasized that the protection and safety of the homeland and the American people is its primary focus and mission. This decision comes amid ongoing concerns regarding security measures for Afghan nationals seeking immigration to the United States.

In related coverage, former President Donald Trump has called for a reexamination and removal of Afghan aliens under the Biden administration, highlighting recent developments in the immigration debate surrounding Afghan evacuees. For more information, see this video.

Additionally, the identification of an Afghan national, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, as a suspect in a recent D.C. shooting has raised further discussions about the vetting process for Afghan immigrants. For details, refer to previous reports.

The USCIS will provide updates as the review progresses and further information becomes available.