Trump said the U.S. "must now reexamine every single alien from Afghanistan who has entered our country under (former President Joe) Biden and we must take all necessary measures to ensure the removal of any alien from any country who does not belong here or add benefit to our country."

In the wake of the shooting of two National Guard service members in Washington, D.C., Wednesday by an Afghan national, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services issued new guidance allowing for negative,

The announcement comes a day after an attack on National Guard troops near the White House. Authorities have identified the suspect as an Afghan national.

While details are forthcoming, and legal challenges are likely, here’s what to know on the new federal guidance.

A previous version of the headline was changed for clarity. The Minnesota Daily came to MMLA to confirm reports of USCIS instructions to permanent U.S. residents. U.S.

The US will reexamine all green cards issued to people from 19 countries “of concern” at President Donald Trump’s direction, as the Trump administration intensifies its immigration crackdown following the shooting of two National Guard members in Washington,

The US will reassess every green card issued to nationals from 19 "countries of concern" after Trump ordered tougher scrutiny following a shooting in Washington that injured two National Guard members

The US State Department has paused visa issuance for Afghan passport holders following an attack on National Guard members. USCIS has also halted all asylum decisions until thorough vetting of migrants is completed to ensure safety.