‘They fought for American values’: Afghan immigrants and advocates push back against Trump crackdown

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 6 min read 100% complete by Justo Robles in New YorkDecember 13, 2025 at 02:00 PM

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Following the shooting of two National Guard soldiers in Washington D.C., allegedly by an Afghan man, the Trump administration has implemented stricter immigration policies targeting Afghans and nationals from 19 other countries. These measures include freezing asylum decisions, pausing visa applications, halting legal immigration cases, reinvestigating previously approved cases, and reducing work permit validity. Afghan immigrants and advocates are protesting these actions, arguing that they unfairly punish an entire community for the alleged actions of one individual and create uncertainty for those who supported American values in Afghanistan. The administration defends the changes as necessary due to security concerns raised by the suspect's background as an Afghan evacuee granted asylum. There are also reports of increased ICE activity in Afghan communities.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Donald Trump 60% Rahmanullah Lakanwal ×270% Yahya Haqiqi 80% United States ×390%

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afghan immigrants 90% immigration crackdown 80% trump administration 70% legal immigration 70% asylum 60% travel ban 50% visa applications 50% refugees 40% work permits 40%