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Trump suspends entry of immigrants who cannot pay for healthcare

REUTERS
Published : Oct 5, 2019, 3:30 pm IST
Updated : Oct 5, 2019, 3:30 pm IST

The measure will take effect on November 3.

S President Donald Trump on Friday signed a proclamation suspending entry of immigrants who cannot pay for their healthcare costs and will not be covered by health insurance within 30 days of entering the United States. (Photo: File)
 S President Donald Trump on Friday signed a proclamation suspending entry of immigrants who cannot pay for their healthcare costs and will not be covered by health insurance within 30 days of entering the United States. (Photo: File)

Washington: US President Donald Trump on Friday signed a proclamation suspending entry of immigrants who cannot pay for their healthcare costs and will not be covered by health insurance within 30 days of entering the United States.

The proclamation, issued by the White House, said it would not affect any individual’s eligibility for asylum or refugee status. The measure will take effect on November 3, it said.

Tags: donald trump, white house
Location: United States, Washington