Trump's Travel Ban Returns: Data Discrepancies Spark Debate

President Trump's travel ban has returned, affecting 12 countries initially, with the potential for more to be added. The White House cited high visa overstay rates and national security concerns as justification. However, data on overstays doesn't fully explain the specific countries included. For instance, Chad, on the list, only had 377 overstays in 2023 on business and tourist visas, while Colombia, which is not included, had 40,000. The ban, which takes effect on June 9th, is expected to face legal challenges. Trump himself linked the ban to the terror attack in Boulder, Colorado, further fueling the debate. "The recent terror attack in Boulder, Colorado, has underscored the extreme dangers posed to our country," Trump stated in a video on Truth Social. The situation underscores the complexities of national security and immigration policy, and the ongoing debate surrounding the travel ban's justification and fairness.