Trump Revives Travel Ban, Targets 19 Countries In New Executive Order

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In a sweeping move that marks the return of one of his most controversial first-term policies, President Donald Trump announced a new travel ban this week that bars nationals from 12 countries and imposes partial visa restrictions on seven others. Framing the order as a matter of national security, Trump signed the proclamation Wednesday, just five days before the policy takes effect.

The order primarily targets African and Asian nations, reigniting criticism...