Former President Trump proposed giving green cards to overseas college graduates in a podcast interview released Thursday.
“But what I want to do is graduate from college,” Trump said. “I think as part of my diploma, I should automatically get a green card to stay in this country.” ‘All In’ Podcast.
Trump’s words appear to reflect language used on former Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton’s website during the 2016 presidential election. “In a comprehensive immigration solution, Hillary will allow international students to ‘staple’ green cards to STEM masters and doctorates from accredited institutions,” the website states. “This is a person who has earned a degree in a relevant field in order to transition to permanent residency status.”
President Trump also said, “I know people who graduate from top universities are desperate to stay here.” They had plans and concepts for the company, but they couldn’t. … They go back to India, they go back to China.”
At a recent rally in Wisconsin, Trump took aim at President Biden, his 2024 presidential rival, on immigration issues after the White House announced executive action to allow some immigrants without legal status but married to U.S. citizens to stay and work legally in the United States. mentioned. .
“Crooked Joe is sending a message to the world that we reward illegal entry, and that is what is happening,” Trump said.
“Don’t fool the black and hispanic populations who have been hit the hardest,” he continued. “And do you know who else was seriously injured? Union.”
