Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent developments regarding Trump's "Gold Card" immigration plan, which aims to replace the traditional EB-5 investor visa program, with a focus on its implications for high-net-worth individuals and the potential legal challenges it may face [1][4]. Group 1: Overview of the Gold Card Plan - The "Gold Card" plan requires a prepayment of $5 million, does not mandate job creation, and promises expedited access to work and residency rights [1][4]. - The initiative is being developed by a team led by Musk, aiming to create a digital platform that streamlines the application process for wealthy individuals [4]. Group 2: Legal and Regulatory Concerns - Experts have raised concerns that the plan may be illegal, as only Congress has the authority to create new green card categories, and any changes would require legislative action [4][6]. - Immigration lawyers emphasize that establishing a new visa category must follow legal procedures, indicating that the plan may face significant hurdles [4][6]. Group 3: Market Reception and Viability - Initial interest in the Gold Card has been noted, with inquiries from potential investors, but skepticism remains regarding its attractiveness compared to existing visa options [6]. - The high cost of the Gold Card may deter investors, as it offers limited immediate benefits beyond permanent residency [6].

特朗普的"金卡"计划旨在取代传统的EB-5移民投资者签证。 亿万富翁马斯克近日表示，此前美国总统特朗普提出的"金卡"移民计划有新进展。 "我们正在悄悄地进行测试（quiet trial），以确保该系统正常运行。一旦全面测试完毕，总统将宣布正 式向公众推出。"马斯克说道。 然而，这项计划刚一宣布就遭到多方的质疑。 卡托研究所（CATO Institute）移民、边境安全和国内执法专家别尔（David Bier）表示，此举将"完全非 法"。"只有国会才能创建新的绿卡类别，总统不能通过行政命令增加或取消绿卡类别。"他表示，"国会 需要修改移民法和税法才能实施这一计划。" 美国移民律师协会政府关系主管达拉尔-德海尼（Shev Dalal-Dheini）表示，任何新签证类别的设立"都 必须通过法律途径"。"无论是设立新类别还是取消现有类别，都需要法律途径。"他说，"即使只是关于 提高EB-5项目投资额度上限的问题，也是法定的，因此需要国会采取行动才能推进。" 特朗普的"金卡"计划旨在取代传统的EB-5移民投资者签证。参与制定该计划的美国商务部长卢特尼克 （Howard Lutnick）表示，现行的EB-5体系"充满了虚 ...