Summary
The U.S. State Department has revoked over 100,000 visas since President Donald Trump returned to office, as part of a strict immigration policy. This includes students and specialized workers, with revocations primarily due to law enforcement encounters or criminal activity. The administration's policies include increased deportations, stricter visa rules, and expanded vetting processes.
Key Facts
- Over 100,000 visas have been revoked since President Trump returned to office.
- This figure includes 8,000 students and 2,500 specialized workers.
- The visa revocations are often due to criminal activity encounters, though not all resulted in charges.
- The revocations represent a 150% increase from 2024.
- The State Department has started a Continuous Vetting Center to ensure visa compliance.
- There have been over 2.5 million voluntary departures and deportations reported.
- Critics argue these actions sometimes target non-criminals and those with differing political views.
- The administration has been scrutinized for potential free speech violations and use of force during immigration enforcement.
