Honestly, I try not to watch too much of it on the news because it is so heartbreaking and I feel so helpless!

Brings tears to my eyes really…….smh.

Travel ban exceptions and implementation 

The following travelers are not subject to the ban, but may be required to undergo screening and other measures upon arrival:  

* U.S. citizens and nationals; 
* U.S. lawful permanent residents; 
* Spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents; […] – Fragomen (Immigration) News, April 30, 2021

Btw- the list is actually longer 

Even as the US government has announced a travel ban on India starting May 4, some categories of travellers including Indian students seeking to commence studies in American universities in the Fall semester of 2021, have been exempted under the national interest exceptions, according to the US state department. This is in keeping with the US department of state’s commitment to facilitate legitimate travel. […] – The Times of India, May 2, 2021 

Yep. Except for those travelers from India who are “Exempt.”

As it is with most government policies that may sound like THIS is the responsible thing to do. When you read the actual policy, you discover that….well….”the devil is in the details.”