President Trump's State Department just delivered a knockout punch to welfare tourism, announcing Wednesday it will immediately freeze immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries whose migrants have been bleeding American taxpayers dry.
The bold move comes as the Trump-Vance administration follows through on campaign promises to put America First and end the free ride for foreign nationals who view U.S. social programs as their personal piggy bank. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's department cited "unacceptable rates" of welfare dependency among immigrants from these nations as justification for the visa freeze.
This is exactly the kind of common-sense policy Patriots voted for in November. Why should hardworking Americans subsidize the lifestyles of people who come here not to contribute, but to collect? The data speaks for itself – migrants from these 75 countries have been gaming our generous welfare system while American families struggle with inflation and skyrocketing costs.
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The visa pause represents a dramatic shift from the Biden regime's open-door policy that welcomed anyone and everyone, regardless of their intentions or ability to support themselves. Under Biden, our immigration system became a global welfare magnet, attracting the world's dependents rather than its contributors.
"These countries need to get serious about who they're sending to America," said one State Department source familiar with the policy. The freeze will remain in place until these nations can demonstrate their citizens won't immediately become burdens on American taxpayers.
This decisive action proves Trump means business when it comes to immigration reform. No more Mr. Nice Guy – if your country's citizens consistently drain our resources instead of adding value, you're cut off. Period.
The mainstream media will undoubtedly cry racism and xenophobia, but Patriots know better. This isn't about where people come from – it's about protecting the American Dream for Americans first. When foreign nationals abuse our generosity, they steal opportunities from legal immigrants who play by the rules and American citizens who need help.
How long will it take for these 75 countries to clean up their act when their visa pipeline gets shut off? Something tells us they'll find solutions fast when their access to the American gravy train disappears.