ThePrint ThePrintPod: US suspends immigration requests for Afghans, ex-French President convicted, & Bolsonaro
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Nov 27, 2025 The US has halted immigration processing for Afghan nationals following a shooting incident, prompting significant political reactions, including Trump’s call for troop increases. In France, Nicolas Sarkozy's conviction for illegal campaign financing is upheld, revealing details of the Bygmalion scheme. Meanwhile, Jair Bolsonaro begins a lengthy prison sentence for his role in a coup attempt post-2022 election, stirring international debate and reactions from political leaders.
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US Suspends Afghan Immigration Processing
- The US paused all immigration processing for Afghan nationals pending a security and vetting review after a White House-area shooting.
- The move affects visas, asylum and other pathways for Afghans admitted under Operation Allies since 2021.
Suspect Arrived Under Operation Allies
- Homeland Security identified the suspect as a 29-year-old who entered the US in September 2021.
- Authorities say he arrived under the Biden-era Operation Allies programme after the Taliban takeover.
Political Fallout And Security Response
- Donald Trump labelled the shooting an act of terror and called to re-examine all Afghan entrants.
- He also ordered 500 additional troops to Washington and pushed for doubling deportation efforts.