The Trump administration's new visa guidelines instruct officers to deny entry to applicants with certain health issues, including obesity, citing concerns over healthcare resource usage. The directive emphasizes evaluating applicants' medical conditions—such as cardiovascular, respiratory, and metabolic diseases—and explicitly mentions obesity due to its links to asthma, sleep apnea, and high blood pressure. Critics argue this move targets vulnerable populations unfairly and reflects inconsistent, discriminatory policies that prioritize health screenings in a way that could unfairly block immigrants. Does this signal a broader shift in immigration policy? More: https://newrepublic.com/post/202898/trump-us-visas-deny-fat-people-obesity #Immigration #Healthcare #Policy #Discrimination #Trump #VisaRestrictions #HumanRights