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National Post
5 hours ago
- National Post
Governments scramble to understand Trump's latest travel ban before it takes effect Monday
WASHINGTON — Governments of 12 countries whose citizens will be banned from visiting the United States beginning next week scrambled on Thursday to understand President Donald Trump's latest move to resurrect a hallmark policy of his first term. Article content The ban takes effect Monday at 12:01 a.m., a cushion that may avoid the chaos that unfolded at airports nationwide when a similar measure took effect with virtually no notice in 2017. Trump, who signaled plans for a new ban upon taking office again in January, appears to be on firmer ground this time after the Supreme Court sided with him. Article content Article content Article content Some of the 12 countries also appeared on the list of banned countries in the Republican president's first term. The new ban targets Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, the Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan and Yemen. Article content Article content There will also be heightened restrictions on visitors from seven other countries: Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan and Venezuela. North Korea and Syria, which were on the banned list in the first Trump administration, were spared this time. Article content Trump tied the new ban to Sunday's terror attack in Boulder, Colorado, saying it underscored the dangers posed by some visitors who overstay visas. The suspect in the attack is from Egypt, which is not on Trump's restricted list. The Department of Homeland Security says he overstayed a tourist visa. Article content The travel ban results from a Jan. 20 executive order Trump issued requiring the departments of State and Homeland Security and the director of national intelligence to compile a report on 'hostile attitudes' toward the U.S. and whether entry from certain countries represented a national security risk. Article content Article content Trump said some countries had 'deficient' screening and vetting or have historically refused to take back their own citizens. His findings rely extensively on an annual Homeland Security report of visa overstays of tourists, business visitors and students who arrive by air and sea, singling out countries with high percentages of those remaining after their visas expired. Article content Article content Capturing overstay rates has riddled experts for decades, but the government has made a limited attempt annually since 2016. Trump's proclamation cites overstay rates for eight of the 12 banned countries. Article content While Trump's list captures many of the most egregious offenders, it omits others. Djibouti, for example, had a 23..9% overstay rate among business visitors and tourists in the 12-month period through September 2023, higher than seven countries on the banned list and six countries on the restricted list.
Globe and Mail
15 hours ago
- Globe and Mail
How Trump's travel ban could affect the upcoming FIFA World Cup and Summer Olympics
U.S. President Donald Trump often says the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Los Angeles Olympics are among the events he is most excited about in his second term. Yet there is significant uncertainty regarding visa policies for foreign visitors planning trips to the U.S. for the two biggest events in sports. Trump's latest travel ban on citizens from 12 countries added new questions about the impact on the World Cup and the Summer Olympics, which depend on hosts opening their doors to the world. Here's a look at the potential effects of the travel ban on those events. When Sunday ticks over to Monday, citizens of 12 countries should be banned from entering the U.S. They are Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, the Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan and Yemen. Tighter restrictions will apply to visitors from seven more: Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan and Venezuela. Trump said some countries had 'deficient' screening and vetting processes or have historically refused to take back their own citizens. Explainer: What is Trump's new travel ban and which countries are affected? Here's what to know Iran, a soccer power in Asia, is the only targeted country to qualify so far for the World Cup being co-hosted by the U.S., Canada and Mexico in one year's time. Cuba, Haiti and Sudan are in contention. Sierra Leone might stay involved through multiple playoff games. Burundi, Equatorial Guinea and Libya have very outside shots. But all should be able to send teams to the World Cup if they qualify because the new policy makes exceptions for 'any athlete or member of an athletic team, including coaches, persons performing a necessary support role, and immediate relatives, travelling for the World Cup, Olympics, or other major sporting event as determined by the secretary of state.' About 200 countries could send athletes to the Summer Games, including those targeted by the latest travel restrictions. The exceptions should apply to them as well if the ban is still in place in its current form. Trump travel ban could damage longstanding relations with African countries, leaders warn The travel ban doesn't mention any exceptions for fans from the targeted countries wishing to travel to the U.S. for the World Cup or Olympics. Even before the travel ban, fans of the Iran soccer team living in that country already had issues about getting a visa for a World Cup visit. Still, national team supporters often profile differently to fans of club teams who go abroad for games in international competitions like the UEFA Champions League. For many countries, fans travelling to the World Cup – an expensive travel plan with hiked flight and hotel prices – are often from the diaspora, wealthier, and could have different passport options. A World Cup visitor is broadly higher-spending and lower-risk for host nation security planning. Visitors to an Olympics are often even higher-end clients, though tourism for a Summer Games is significantly less than at a World Cup, with fewer still from most of the 19 countries now targeted. FIFA president Gianni Infantino has publicly built close ties since 2018 to Trump – too close according to some. He has cited the need to ensure FIFA's smooth operations at a tournament that will earn a big majority of the soccer body's expected $13-billion revenue from 2023-26. Infantino sat next to Trump at the White House task force meeting on May 6 which prominently included Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem. FIFA's top delegate on the task force is Infantino ally Carlos Cordeiro, a former Goldman Sachs partner whose two-year run as U.S. Soccer Federation president ended in controversy in 2020. Any visa and security issues FIFA faces – including at the 32-team Club World Cup that kicks off next week in Miami – can help LA Olympics organizers finesse their plans. 'I don't anticipate any, any problems from any countries to come and participate,' LA Games chairman Casey Wasserman told International Olympic Committee officials in March. He revealed then, at an IOC meeting in Greece, two discreet meetings with Trump and noted the State Department has a 'fully staffed desk' to help prepare for short-notice visa processing in the summer of 2028 – albeit with a focus on teams rather than fans. 'Irrespective of politics today,' Wasserman said in March, 'America will be open and accepting to all 209 countries for the Olympics.' FIFA and the IOC didn't immediately respond to requests for comment about the new Trump travel ban. The 2018 World Cup host Russia let fans enter the country with a game ticket doubling as their visa. So did Qatar four years later. Both governments, however, also performed background checks on all visitors coming to the month-long soccer tournaments. Governments have refused entry to unwelcome visitors. For the 2012 London Olympics, Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko – who is still its authoritarian leader today – was denied a visa despite also leading its national Olympic body. The IOC also suspended him from the Tokyo Olympics held in 2021.
Globe and Mail
16 hours ago
- Globe and Mail
Chef Peter Brenner Shares Four Decades of Culinary Wisdom in New Book from Philosophy to Flavor
Renowned chef and Certified Executive Chef (CEC) Peter Brenner unveils his latest book, ' A Flavorful Journey Through Food: From Ancient Feasts to Your Kitchen." The book highlights food's power to connect, inspire, and transform. With over 40 years of experience in the culinary world, Brenner blends personal anecdotes, professional insights, and mouthwatering recipes into a narrative that's as enriching as it is delicious. Born in Mount Holly, New Jersey, Brenner's journey began in 1979 behind a pizza counter and led him to esteemed kitchens across the country, including the Sonnenalp Hotel in Colorado. He received awards from the 'American Culinary Federation,' won medals in 'national cooking competitions,' and even designated the first disc golf course in Eagle County. Now, he shares his lifetime of knowledge in a book that's above and more than an ordinary collection of recipes; it's a celebration of food as culture, identity, and joy. This flavorful journey takes readers on an international culinary experience, denying diet myths, examining sustainable eating, and offering practical kitchen hacks. Brenner's writing is infused with warmth and wisdom, whether he's recounting his hitchhiking escapades, covering 20,000 miles in his youth, or sharing the secret to perfect roasted vegetables. The book also undertakes modern food industry challenges, from ethical sourcing to reducing waste, empowering readers to make choices that benefit their health and the world. The author says, 'Food isn't just sustenance; however, it's a story.' He further expresses: Every dish holds memories, from my early days at a small Italian bakery to making meals in the Rockies. This reading is my way of sharing those stories and the lessons they have taught me. Perfect for home cooks and food enthusiasts alike, this book follows a theme and purpose. It supports Brenner's belief that cooking is an act of creativity and connection. His dedication to the skill shines through in every chapter, making this book a must-read for anyone who loves food, adventure, and the stories behind his shared meals. This book is now available for purchase online and in select bookstores. Join Peter Brenner on a journey where every recipe tells a story, and every meal is a chance to savor life's flavors. Peter C. Brenner Jr. is a Certified Executive Chef with a career spanning four decades, including ownership of Brenner's Family Restaurant and roles at top Colorado hotels. A passionate outdoors enthusiast, he has spent more than 600 days skiing on Vail Mountain and has been a competitive disc golfer for two decades. It's his second book, following his passion for sharing culinary learning with the world.
