First Thing: Pause on US immigrant visa leaves thousands of applicants in limbo
Summary
The Trump administration has paused all US immigrant visa applications to limit access for those who might need public assistance. Additionally, the administration plans to revoke visas of some asylum seekers who initially entered the US for tourism or business. Meanwhile, Instagram’s CEO denied hiding low use of a teen safety feature amid a lawsuit accusing Meta of harming young people’s mental health. In Pakistan, at least 14 newborn babies died in a hospital fire, prompting an investigation. Also, the administration warned that the Kennedy Center may be demolished without a $250 million renovation.Key Facts
- The US immigration visa process was paused in early August at all US embassies and consulates.
- Visa applicants had their interview appointments canceled by email.
- The administration wants to prevent visa holders from relying on US public benefits.
- Up to 200,000 asylum seekers who initially came on tourist or business visas may lose their visas.
- Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri said the company did not hide low usage of a teen safety feature called “Take a Break.”
- A lawsuit accuses Meta of making addictive products that harm young people's mental health.
- A fire at Pakistan’s largest state hospital’s maternity ward killed at least 14 newborn babies.
- The Trump administration threatened to demolish the Kennedy Center unless a $250 million renovation is completed.
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