US President Donald Trump has proposed a new plan for obtaining US citizenship, in which wealthy immigrants can obtain citizenship by investing $5 million.
What is Trump's plan?
During an election campaign, Trump said, "I want to introduce a special citizenship program where wealthy foreigners can quickly become U.S. citizens if they invest a certain amount of money."
Under Trump's plan, anyone who invests $5 million in the U.S. economy would be eligible for citizenship. This process, known as the "golden visa" or "investor citizenship," is currently in place in several countries.
Why this plan?
According to analysts, Trump wants to attract direct investment into the US economy through this plan and increase the country's revenue by giving opportunities to wealthy immigrants.
"We need to make our economy stronger. If rich and talented people come to our country and invest, it will be good for the United States," he said.
Citizenship requirements and other matters
1. Investment in specific sectors:
- The proposed plan states that this investment must be in US business, technology, infrastructure or other critical sectors.
2. Deadline:
- Applicants will be eligible for permanent citizenship within a few years after investment.
3. Only for rich people:
- This rule will not apply to ordinary immigrants. Only those who can invest $5 million or more will get this opportunity.
Criticism and controversy
The plan has drawn criticism, with Democrats saying Trump is trying to make US citizenship a "merchandising" thing, which is wrong in principle.
Many immigration experts also say it will create a divide between the rich and the poor and make it harder for genuine refugees or low-income immigrants to obtain citizenship.
But Trump supporters say it will be good for the US economy and attract foreign investors.
What will happen in the coming days?
Trump could take the initiative to implement this plan, but it would require approval in Congress and Democrats could take a strong stance against it.
It remains to be seen whether Trump's proposal will be implemented, and what kind of changes it will bring to US immigration policy.
