The measure, which Trump says is aimed at protecting the country from terrorist attacks, has drawn protests and legal challenges. Trump said violence against religious minorities must end. Trump said the United States has taken "necessary action" in recent days to protect religious liberty in the United States, referring to his immigration action. Trump has said the move was necessary to ensure a more thorough vetting of people coming into the United States. Trump said his administration's new system would ensure that people entering the United States embrace US values including religious liberty.

Source: The Star February 02, 2017 18:05 UTC