Trump Issues New Travel Ban After Colorado Shooting

Following a mass shooting in Boulder, Colorado, President Donald Trump announced a new travel ban affecting 19 countries. The ban, effective June 9th, completely restricts entry from 12 nations and partially limits entry from seven others, including Cuba and Venezuela. The White House cited national security concerns and a high rate of visa overstays as justification. "The recent terrorist attack in Boulder, Colorado, has underscored the extreme danger posed to our country by the entry of foreigners who are not properly vetted," Trump stated in a press release. The list of countries subject to full restrictions includes Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, Eritrea, Iran, and Yemen. Partial restrictions apply to Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, and Venezuela, among others. President Trump indicated that additional countries could be added to the ban as new threats emerge. The ban includes exceptions for certain visa holders and legal residents. This decision has sparked debate, with critics raising concerns about its impact on international relations and humanitarian aid.