United States lawmaker Rep. Nancy Mace, a Republican representing South Carolina, has revealed that she intends to introduce a bill seeking to prohibit immigration from Somalia, Sudan and South Sudan.
She made the announcement in a statement released on June 25, 2026, which was subsequently published on her official website.
Mace said the proposed legislation is aimed at safeguarding American communities from what she believes are security threats associated with the three countries.
In her words:
“We will not put the interests of foreign nationals ahead of the safety and security of American citizens. No more importing instability. No more ignoring the warning signs. No more apologising for putting our country first. America First. Always.”
Immigration ban targets Somalia, Sudan and South Sudan
While outlining her position, Mace described the three nations as “Third World Hellholes,” maintaining that they rank among the most dangerous and unstable countries in the world.
She argued that the United States should avoid repeating what she considers to be the immigration failures experienced by several European countries. She stated:
“Americans have watched European cities descend into chaos. Importing people from failed and hostile states has cost lives, destroyed communities, and shattered public trust in government. The United States will not make those mistakes. We are stopping it before it’s too late.”
US lawmaker cites security and integration concerns
The South Carolina congresswoman further asserted that immigration from Somalia, Sudan and South Sudan creates wider concerns relating to national security and integration.
She added: “We are being systematically invaded and everyone is sitting around watching it happen. Not us. We refuse.”
Connection to Trump’s immigration policies
Mace’s latest proposal reflects the strict immigration approach championed by President Donald Trump, who introduced the “Muslim travel ban” during his first term in office. That policy limited entry into the United States from several Muslim-majority countries, including Somalia and Sudan.
During his current term, Trump has broadened those restrictions through presidential proclamations affecting multiple countries. He has also publicly pledged to “permanently pause” migration from “Third World countries.”
For now, Mace has yet to formally present the proposed legislation before the U.S. Congress. Should the bill be introduced, it is widely expected to generate significant debate over immigration policy, national security, and the United States’ responsibilities on the global stage.
