US plans to revoke tourism and business visas of up to 200,000 foreigners - report
If the move materialized, it would be the largest single mass revocation of visas in US history, according to AP.
The US administration is set to revoke the business and tourism visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are seeking asylum in the United States, according to a report by the Associated Press. The report, based on State Department documents and statements from US officials, suggests this would be the single largest mass revocation of visas in US history.
The visas in question are B1 and B2 visas, issued between 2016 and 2026, and are currently held by individuals who have sought asylum or are still seeking it. While the move does not guarantee immediate deportation, most affected individuals would be re-categorized as non-business or non-tourism travelers. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has referred queries to the State Department, which has not yet responded to a request for comment.
The State Department has previously revoked over 175,000 visas under the Trump administration. President Trump has been pursuing a tough immigration policy, claiming it is necessary to enhance domestic security. However, human rights organizations argue that these measures have infringed upon free speech and due process rights, particularly for ethnic minorities who fear racial profiling.
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