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U.S. set for largest mass visa revocation in history targeting up to 200,000 foreigners, officials say

The Trump administration is preparing to revoke the visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum status in the United States.

U.S. set for largest mass visa revocation in history targeting up to 200,000 foreigners, officials say

The US administration is preparing to revoke visas for up to 200,000 foreigners. These individuals have applied for or are currently seeking asylum status in the United States.

The move, if implemented, would be the largest single mass revocation of visas in US history. It would likely face legal challenges, according to the Winnipeg Free Press.

The revocations would target business and tourism visas.

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