A United States lawmaker, Representative Nancy Mace, has announced plans to introduce a bill seeking to ban immigration from Somalia, Sudan, and South Sudan, stating what she described as security risks and instability in the countries.
Mace, a Republican representing South Carolina, disclosed the proposal in a statement released on June 25th, 2026 and made available on Sunday via her official website.
According to the statement, the proposed legislation is aimed at protecting American communities from perceived threats linked to immigration from the three African countries.
“Today (June 25), Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC) announced her plans to introduce legislation to ban immigration from Somalia, Sudan, and South Sudan, protecting American communities from the instability and security threats these nations bring,” the statement read.
Speaking on the proposed bill, Mace said the United States must prioritise national security over foreign migration concerns.
“We will not put the interests of foreign nationals ahead of the safety and security of American citizens,” she said.
“No more importing instability. No more ignoring the warning signs. No more apologising for putting our country first. America First. Always.”
She described Somalia, Sudan, and South Sudan as among the world’s most unstable countries, arguing that the United States should avoid repeating what she termed immigration mistakes made by some European nations.
“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,” she added.
Mace also stated that the countries pose broader security and integration challenges, insisting that the proposed policy was necessary to protect American society.
“We are being systematically invaded and everyone is sitting around watching it happen. Not us. We refuse,” she said.
Her comments align with the hardline immigration stance associated with former President Donald Trump, who previously implemented travel restrictions on several countries during his administration and has repeatedly advocated stricter immigration controls.
The proposed legislation has not yet been formally introduced in the United States Congress.