America the Fortress
Briefly

The latest travel ban announced by Donald Trump marks the fifth iteration of immigration restrictions since he assumed office in 2017. This new measure significantly expands the list of countries affected, barring entry from 12 nations and placing additional restrictions on seven others. Notably, a specific prohibition against foreign nationals attending Harvard stands out, indicating a targeted animosity. Trump's approach represents a shift in the American identity narrative, moving from traditional welcoming ideals to a 'fortress' mentality, emphasizing exclusion over inclusion in the U.S. immigration policy.
Donald Trump's latest travel ban constitutes the fifth iteration of restrictions imposed since he first took office in 2017, expanding its range and targeting certain countries.
With this proclamation, Trump is positioning the United States not as a 'shining city upon a hill' but as a fortress, reinforcing a narrative that shapes national identity through exclusion.
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