Trump says he would give green cards to foreign graduates of US colleges
Al Jazeera
Republican contender known for his hardline stance on immigration says graduates should be able to stay in the country.
Former United States President Donald Trump has said he would automatically grant green cards to foreign graduates of US colleges if re-elected, a surprising turn from the Republican known for his tough stance on immigration.
During a podcast interview with Silicon Valley tech investors on Thursday, Trump promised to make it easier to bring talent to the US and said anyone who graduates from a US college should be able to stay in the country.
“It’s so sad when we lose people from Harvard, MIT, the greatest schools, and lesser schools that are phenomenal schools also,” Trump said during an appearance on the All-In Podcast hosted by Chamath Palihapitiya, Jason Calacanis, David Sacks and David Friedberg.
“I think you should get, automatically, as part of your diploma, a green card to be able to stay in this country and that includes junior colleges, too,” Trump added.
A green card gives individuals the right to live and work permanently in the US and offers a pathway to citizenship.
