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Trump Administration Revokes Over 300,000 Visas
The Trump administration has revoked over 300,000 visas, a number that has accelerated in recent weeks. A State Department spokesperson stated this is the fastest and largest such effort in history, citing a "zero tolerance" policy for visa violations and national security threats.
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- 01The Trump administration has revoked over 300,000 visas, accelerating the pace in recent weeks.
- 02A State Department spokesperson called it the fastest and largest visa revocation effort in history.
- 03The administration cites "zero tolerance" for visa violations and national security threats.
- 04Human rights advocates claim the policies violate due process and free speech.
- 05Visa revocations have targeted pro-Palestinian protesters and individuals commenting on social media.
- 06Immigration screening now includes intensified social media checks for applicants.
Human rights groups criticize the measures for potentially violating rights and creating fear among ethnic minorities, pointing to specific cases involving protesters and social media comments.
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