Trump Targets Spouses Of U.S. Citizens In New Immigration Crackdown
August 7, 2025
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as posted by the channelThe Trump administration's latest immigration policy has raised eyebrows as it targets foreign spouses seeking citizenship through family connections. Under the new guidance from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), federal authorities can now initiate removal proceedings against immigrants without legal status who apply for lawful permanent residency via family sponsorship. This policy, effective immediately, applies to both new applicants and those with pending petitions, fundamentally altering the family-based visa landscape that has long been a cornerstone for many immigrants. The administration's stance is particularly ironic given Trump's previous criticisms of family-based immigration, labeled as “chain migration,” while his own wife, Melania Trump, utilized similar pathways. In this video, we explore the ramifications of this policy change, the potential for family separation, and the contradictions that arise from the administration's approach to immigration.
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