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In a proclamation from January 18, 2021, President Donald J. Trump announced the end of travel restrictions for people traveling from the Schengen Area, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, and Brazil to the United States, effective January 26, 2021. These restrictions were originally imposed to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The decision follows the CDC's new requirement for travelers to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test before entering the United States. The removal of restrictions reflects confidence in the cooperation of these regions in managing safe travel and combating the virus, contrasting with ongoing restrictions for China and Iran due to their lack of cooperation.

The proclamation issued by President Joseph R. Biden Jr. on January 25, 2021, restricts entry into the United States for noncitizens who have been in specific countries recently affected by COVID-19, such as the Schengen Area, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Brazil, and South Africa. This decision is based on the guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to protect public health due to new virus strains circulating in these regions. There are exceptions, including for U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and certain others, like spouses and children of U.S. citizens or lawful residents, as well as individuals involved in virus containment. The proclamation aims to prevent further spread of the virus into the United States and will stay in effect until modified or terminated by the President.