Trump admin puts Americans in Congo on "do-not-board" list, barring return
The Trump administration has placed US citizens currently in the Democratic Republic of the Congo on a 'do-not-board' list due to an ongoing Ebola outbreak. Affected individuals must spend 21 days in a third country before being permitted to return to the United States.
Why it matters
This policy represents a significant restriction on the movement of US citizens during a public health crisis, raising questions about the balance between national security and individual rights.
Barred Trump admin puts Americans in Congo on “do-not-board” list, barring return Citizens must now spend 21 days in a third country before they are allowed to come home.
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