A Republican member of the United States Congress, Nancy Mace, has announced plans to introduce legislation that would stop immigration from Somalia, Sudan and South Sudan, arguing that the countries present security and stability concerns.
Mace, who represents South Carolina, unveiled the proposal in a statement released on June 25 through her official website. She said the measure is intended to strengthen national security by preventing immigration from what she described as some of the world’s most unstable nations.
According to the congresswoman, the bill is designed to prioritise the safety of American citizens over the admission of foreign nationals from countries facing prolonged conflict and political instability.
She maintained that the United States should avoid the immigration challenges experienced by some European countries, claiming that accepting migrants from failed states has led to social and security problems in those nations.
Mace also argued that Somalia, Sudan and South Sudan pose significant security and integration risks, insisting that stronger immigration controls are necessary to protect American communities.
The proposal reflects the broader immigration agenda of President Donald Trump, whose administration has continued to pursue stricter border and migration policies. During his first term, Trump introduced a travel ban affecting several Muslim-majority countries, including Somalia and Sudan, and has since expanded efforts to limit immigration and increase deportations.
Trump has repeatedly called for tighter restrictions on migration from countries he considers unstable, saying such measures are necessary to safeguard the United States.
The proposed legislation has not yet been formally introduced in the U.S. Congress, where it would need approval from both chambers before it could become law.
