On February 25, 2025, President Donald Trump unveiled a new "Gold Card" visa initiative aimed at affluent foreign investors. This program requires a $5 million investment and offers permanent residency along with a pathway to U.S. citizenship. The "Gold Card" is set to replace the existing EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, which has faced criticism for fraud and inefficiency. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick emphasized that the new scheme would involve direct payments to the U.S. government, potentially generating significant revenue. Critics, however, express concerns over security risks and the ethical implications of monetizing citizenship.