43 countries under new restrictions

The recent filtration of a migratory policy draft by the Trump administration has again lit the debate on the position of the US government against immigration and international relations.

According to a report of New York TimesDonald Trump’s government would be preparing a new round of restrictions at the entrance of citizens from 43 countries. These restrictions, organized in three categories (red, orange and yellow), could mean an even more drastic turn than the measures taken during their first mandate.

The design of these restriction categories generates questions about the implications for the affected countries and how a policy is justified that, in many cases, seems to be based on geopolitical, economic and even ideological criteria, rather than a real risk assessment.

Countries like Afghanistan, Iran, Cuba, Syria or Venezuela are in the «red list», while nations such as Russia or Pakistan, would occupy the orange category. In all cases, they would face severe restrictions in the visa process, although a way for individuals with high economic resources would be opened.

As for the «yellow list», which groups 22 countries with a period of 60 days to present «discharges», it is even more difficult to interpret. This measure implies that several countries will be under constant pressure to demonstrate that they meet the security requirements established by the Trump government.

Of course, the question about whether those with current visas would be exempt from these new restrictions still unanswered, which increases uncertainty among migrants who have already obtained their authorization.

The fact that this measure is applied retroactively would be a clear violation of fundamental rights, which could face legal challenges in US and international courts.

This turn in immigration policy is part of a broader context of commercial tensions, particularly with the European Union. The tariffs proposed by Trump, which mainly affect the automotive sector, add another layer of complexity to a relationship that is already marked by rivalry and competition.

In this sense, immigration policy seems to align with a protectionist position that, far from prioritizing global well -being, seeks to consolidate the economic and geopolitical influence of the United States, even at the expense of diplomatic relations.

The use of the Law of Foreign Enemies of 1798, a legal instrument that gives the President an absolute power over the deportation of individuals considered a “threat” for the country, is another element that generates concern.

Your activation could open the door to mass deportations, stripping thousands of people from their fundamental human rights and establishing a dangerous precedent for future administration.

In conclusion, the immigration policy of the Trump administration not only seems to be motivated by an interest in national security, but also for economic, ideological and strategic considerations that could have negative repercussions for both the citizens of the affected countries and for the international image of the United States.