US immigration policy targets pro-Palestinian views

The Trump administration has issued new immigration guidance allowing officials to deny green cards based on certain political views. The policy, reported by The New York Times, treats participation in pro-Palestinian protests or criticism of Israel as "negative" factors in the adjudication process. This marks a significant shift in how political expression can impact immigration status, linking foreign policy stances directly to domestic immigration enforcement. The guidance provides a formal basis for denying permanent residency to applicants deemed to hold disfavored political opinions.