politics
U.S. prepares largest mass visa revocation in history, targeting up to 200,000 foreigners who are seeking asylum
The Trump administration is preparing to revoke the business and tourism visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum status in the United States. If it happens, the move would be the largest single mass revocation of visas in U.S. history and would likely face legal challenges.
TL;DR
- The Trump administration is preparing to revoke business (B1) and tourism (B2) visas for up to 200,000 foreigners seeking asylum in the U.S.
- This action, coordinated with the Department of Homeland Security, could be the largest single mass revocation of visas in U.S. history.
- The revocations would not necessarily result in immediate deportation but would cancel visitor status for those with pending asylum cases.
- The administration has previously implemented restrictions on visa applicants, including social media history checks and required bonds.
- Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau criticized the use of asylum as a loophole to circumvent immigration laws.