The US government has announced a halt to all asylum claim decisions following the shooting of two National Guard members in Washington, DC. USCIS director Joseph Edlow stated that the pause is necessary to ensure that every asylum seeker is thoroughly vetted. This decision aligns with President Trump's recent commitment to pause migration from 'third world countries.' The shooting suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national, had previously worked with US forces and was granted asylum earlier this year. The incident has intensified the Trump administration's focus on immigration policies, including mass deportations and a review of green cards issued to individuals from specific countries. The UN has urged the US to uphold its commitments to asylum seekers, while critics argue that the administration is scapegoating migrants for broader societal issues.