Trump’s first year back: gold visas for the rich, raids on migrants : Al Jazeera special coverage

Al Jazeera’s third special coverage on Donald Trump’s first year back in office examines the sharp tightening of US immigration policy alongside a new fast-track scheme for wealthy foreigners. While border enforcement has intensified and crossings have fallen dramatically, the administration has introduced a “gold card” offering residency and citizenship in exchange for millions of dollars. The White House says the programme has raised more than a billion dollars to help reduce the national debt. Democrats argue it turns immigration into a pay-to-play system and sidelines non-wealthy migrants who have historically contributed to US growth and innovation. Republican analysts say the policy reflects a broader tension between cracking down on undocumented migration and attracting foreign investment. Reporting from the border shows economic disruption and fear in migrant communities as enforcement accelerates. The debate highlights growing unease over whether Trump’s immigration agenda prioritises security, wealth or long-standing American values. Al Jazeera's Alan Fisher hosted the coverage, joined by Republican political consultant John Fiery and Democratic strategist Richard Goodstein, with field reports from Kimberly Halkett at the White House and Heidi Jo Castro from McAllen, Texas. Subscribe to our channel: bit.ly
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