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Tommy Pigott

Tommy Pigott

Principal Deputy Spokesperson, State Department

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The Trump administration is bringing an end to the abuse of America's immigration system by those who would extract wealth from the American people.

Immigrant visa processing from these 75 countries will be paused while the State Department reassesses immigration processing procedures to prevent the entry of foreign nationals who would take welfare and public benefits.

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The closing door: America's legal immigration freeze

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Primary spokesperson for visa suspension announcement

The 75-country immigrant visa freeze took effect January 21, 2026, as planned. Two weeks later, a coalition of civil rights groups sued in federal court, arguing the ban violates immigration law and the Constitution. The case, CLINIC v. Rubio, is pending on cross-motions for partial summary judgment with no injunction issued as of May 2026.

Updated May 23