Former U.S. President Donald Trump has officially launched The Trump Card, a $5 million immigration program aimed at wealthy foreigners seeking fast-tracked U.S. residency.
The program, now live on TrumpCard.gov, promises a simplified path to permanent residency and eventual citizenship for individuals who can invest $5 million. Within the first 24 hours, over 15,000 people signed up — signaling strong global interest and a potential $75 billion in early commitments.
The Trump administration claims The Trump Card will offer a more exclusive and efficient alternative to existing options like the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, which currently requires a minimum $800,000 investment tied to a government-approved regional center. Unlike EB-5, The Trump Card appears to operate as a fixed-fee offering, with minimal public detail on investment type or job creation requirements.
Media Reactions Mixed
The media landscape reacted swiftly and sharply. Outlets like The Daily Beast and Axios criticized the launch site’s design as “amateur” and questioned the legal foundation of the program, noting that only Congress can alter or replace the existing EB-5 program. The New York Post and several international sources highlighted the scale of interest and financial ambition behind the initiative.
Critics have also raised concerns over transparency, calling the program a “pay-to-play” approach to American residency. Supporters argue it offers a fresh solution to immigration bottlenecks and national debt, appealing to elite global investors.
Further clarification on eligibility, vetting, and legal integration with existing immigration law is expected in the coming weeks.
