Sorry Lady Liberty – no unwashed masses need apply.
Foreign elites awash with cash and looking to “Unlock life in America” now have the golden opportunity to pay less than initially thought for a visa and a path to citizenship, according to the newly revamped trumpcard.gov website which debuted on Dec. 10.
President Donald Trump’s long-touted “Trump Gold Card” which he said back in February would cost $5 million, is now on offer for the low, low price of $1 million.
“THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT’S TRUMP GOLD CARD IS HERE TODAY!,” wrote Trump on Truth Social on Dec. 10. “A direct path to Citizenship for all qualified and vetted people. SO EXCITING! Our Great American Companies can finally keep their invaluable Talent.”
Trump Gold Card: Not just gold, platinum, too
For a $5 million contribution, foreign high-rollers can now also avail of a “Platinum Card,” which comes with the ability to spend up to 270 days in the U.S. without being subject to U.S. taxes on non-U.S. income.
The first step to apply requires a non-refundable $15,000 processing fee to the Department of Homeland Security. The applicants will then be vetted and approved by the DHS and following a $1 million donation can expect to receive U.S. residency in “record time,” according to the website.
There’s also a remedy for corporations looking to procure foreign talent. But that would require a $2 million gift. While Trump has defended H-1B visas, which corporations utilize to bring in foreign skilled workers, he’s made it harder for companies by increasing the application cost to $100,000. But his defense of the program has drawn ire from his MAGA base.
