The United States is launching a comprehensive review of the records of 55 million visa holders to verify that they are adhering to the rules of their visas. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that individuals with U.S. visas will enter a phase of "continuous vetting", according to state department representatives. Visas might be revoked if there's evidence of overstays, criminal actions, threats to safety, or any involvement with terrorism.
President Donald Trump's administration has intensified its focus on strict immigration controls, which include cutting back on student visas and enforcing travel bans on select countries. As part of the new scrutiny, future travelers and students will face social media checks to identify any unsupportive views towards the U.S. or its ideals.
Officials have been instructed to flag anyone who may support terrorism or engage in antisemitic acts, reflecting a commitment to national security. Matthew Tragesser from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services emphasized that the country should not offer its benefits to those who harbor anti-American sentiments. The review follows Rubio's announcement of an immediate halt to issuing work visas for foreign truck drivers due to concerns over safety and competition with U.S. drivers.
Since Trump took office, several international students have faced arrests for protesting U.S. support of Israel amid the Gaza conflict. Recently, citizens from Malawi and Zambia were informed they must pay a hefty deposit for tourist and business visas, adding another layer to the tightening immigration policies under the Trump administration.
President Donald Trump's administration has intensified its focus on strict immigration controls, which include cutting back on student visas and enforcing travel bans on select countries. As part of the new scrutiny, future travelers and students will face social media checks to identify any unsupportive views towards the U.S. or its ideals.
Officials have been instructed to flag anyone who may support terrorism or engage in antisemitic acts, reflecting a commitment to national security. Matthew Tragesser from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services emphasized that the country should not offer its benefits to those who harbor anti-American sentiments. The review follows Rubio's announcement of an immediate halt to issuing work visas for foreign truck drivers due to concerns over safety and competition with U.S. drivers.
Since Trump took office, several international students have faced arrests for protesting U.S. support of Israel amid the Gaza conflict. Recently, citizens from Malawi and Zambia were informed they must pay a hefty deposit for tourist and business visas, adding another layer to the tightening immigration policies under the Trump administration.
