Original Date Announced

The CDC issued an order under Title 42 suspending the introduction into the United States of certain people who departed from, or were otherwise present within, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Uganda, or South Sudan during the last 21 days. The Order exempts U.S. citizens, nationals, and lawful permanent residents; members of the U.S. armed forces and U.S. government personnel serving overseas; persons whom customs officers determine should be excepted from the order; and noncitizens who are permitted to enter the U.S. as part of a DHS-approved process.

The Order is intended to address the risk of Ebola entering the United States and cites the outbreak of Ebola in the DRC and Uganda. It is effective for 30 days from the date of issuance.

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Subsequent Trump and Court Action

2026.05.20 Reported: Detroit-bound flight diverted to Canada after Congolese passenger boarded ‘in error’ amid Ebola outbreak - NBC News

NBC News reports that an Air France flight headed to Detroit was diverted to Canada after a passenger from Congo mistakenly boarded during the ongoing Ebola outbreak in central Africa. In response, U.S. officials announced new travel restrictions requiring flights carrying recent travelers from Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan to land at Washington Dulles International Airport, where enhanced Ebola screening and monitoring measures are being concentrated. DHS and CBP said the steps are intended to reduce the risk of Ebola entering the U.S. as the outbreak in central Africa continues to grow.

Subsequent Trump and Court Action

2026.05.21 DHS - Arrival Restrictions Applicable to Flights Carrying Persons Who Have Recently Traveled From or Were Otherwise Present Within DRC, Uganda, or South Sudan

DHS announced that, beginning May 20, 2026, all U.S.-bound flights carrying passengers who departed from, or was otherwise present within, the DRC, Uganda, or South Sudan within the past 21 days must land at Washington-Dulles International Airport for enhanced public health screening related to the Ebola outbreak. The rule does not apply to cargo-only flights or crew members.

Subsequent Trump and Court Action

2026.05.22 CDC - Amended Order Suspending Right to Introduce Certain Persons from Countries Where a Communicable Disease Exists

CDC issued an Amended Order suspending the right to introduce individuals who have departed from, or were otherwise present within, the DRC, Uganda, or South Sudan during the last 21 days into the United States for a period of 30 days. The Amended Order modifies the May 18, 2026 Order to remove the exemption for lawful permanent residents. The Amended Order is effective for 30 days from the date of issuance.