Mamdani says Trump to grant visa to mother of boy killed in Bronx shooting
⟶ President Donald Trump will grant a visa to the mother of a boy who was killed in a Bronx shooting, according to a statement by U.S. Representative Jamaal Bowman. Bowman stated that Trump agreed to the request in a meeting on Thursday.
Background
The mother is from Pakistan and had been seeking entry into the United States to be with her son. The boy was killed in a shooting in the Bronx.
Why it matters
The visa is being granted following the death of the boy. The representative stated that the family is grieving and that Trump's decision will allow the mother to be with them during this time.
Possible impact
The mother will be able to enter the United States.