How did Kuwait end up on the US immigrant visa ban?

The Trump administration's decision to suspend immigrant visas for Kuwaiti nationals has caused confusion among analysts and former officials. Kuwait is a wealthy nation and a major non-Nato ally, hosting over 13,000 US troops and serving as a critical strategic partner in the Middle East. The ban appears inconsistent with the strong defense ties, including a recent $800m weapons sale. Some experts speculate the move might be a transactional tactic to pressure Kuwait on regional issues, such as its stance on normalizing relations with Israel.