President Trump proposes a 'Gold Card' visa for foreign graduates to buy a path to U.S. citizenship by paying $5 million, aiming to raise funds and create jobs. However, the proposal faces opposition due to existing citizenship routes, control by Congress, and concerns about its impact on American workers and innovation.
Key Points
Proposal for wealthy foreign graduates to buy U.S. citizenship for $5 million
Opposition due to existing citizenship routes and concerns about impact on American workers
Potential political implications in the 2026 midterm election
Pros
Potential to raise funds for the government
Creation of job opportunities
Retention of foreign graduates in the U.S.
Cons
Cheaper citizenship routes for wealthy foreigners already exist
Congress controls green card distribution and citizenship
Opposition from Democrats, Republicans, and migration experts