What did the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 ban?

The Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 banned the Immigration of Chinese laborers to the United States for ten years and was the first significant law to restrict immigration based on nationality. It specifically targeted Chinese workers, who were seen as a threat to job opportunities for American citizens. The act also limited the rights of Chinese residents already in the U.S., making it difficult for them to become citizens. This legislation reflected widespread anti-Chinese sentiment and set a precedent for future immigration restrictions.