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U.S. Cancels Visas of Over 100,000 Foreign Nationals
(MENAFN) The United States canceled visas for more than 100,000 foreign nationals over the past year, the State Department confirmed Monday, as the Trump administration intensifies immigration enforcement measures.
Deputy spokesman Tommy Pigott disclosed the unprecedented figure in a statement to media, revealing the action represents a dramatic escalation. "In less than one year, the State Department revoked over 100,000 visas from foreign nationals, marking a new record and more than a 150% increase in revocations since 2024," Pigott stated.
The canceled visas affected thousands of individuals facing criminal charges or convictions spanning various offenses, Pigott noted, citing assault, theft, and driving under the influence among the violations.
The State Department's newly established Continuous Vetting Center now monitors foreign nationals within U.S. borders to ensure legal compliance, with expedited visa cancellations for those deemed threats. "The State Department's recently launched Continuous Vetting Center works to ensure that all foreign nationals on American soil comply with our laws — and that the visas of those who pose a threat to American citizens are swiftly revoked," Pigott explained, adding: "The Trump administration will continue to put America first and protect our nation from foreign nationals who pose a risk to public safety or national security."
The announcement arrives as the administration expands immigration restrictions targeting international students and those voicing opposition to Israel's military campaign in Gaza. Courts have begun challenging several enforcement actions.
Turkish doctoral candidate Rumeysa Ozturk was apprehended by plainclothes ICE officers following her publication of a Gaza-focused opinion piece. She subsequently gained release from detention, with a federal judge restoring her academic status in December.
Mahmoud Khalil, a lawful U.S. resident and pro-Palestinian advocate at Columbia University, similarly secured release and is mounting a legal challenge against his visa revocation.
Deputy spokesman Tommy Pigott disclosed the unprecedented figure in a statement to media, revealing the action represents a dramatic escalation. "In less than one year, the State Department revoked over 100,000 visas from foreign nationals, marking a new record and more than a 150% increase in revocations since 2024," Pigott stated.
The canceled visas affected thousands of individuals facing criminal charges or convictions spanning various offenses, Pigott noted, citing assault, theft, and driving under the influence among the violations.
The State Department's newly established Continuous Vetting Center now monitors foreign nationals within U.S. borders to ensure legal compliance, with expedited visa cancellations for those deemed threats. "The State Department's recently launched Continuous Vetting Center works to ensure that all foreign nationals on American soil comply with our laws — and that the visas of those who pose a threat to American citizens are swiftly revoked," Pigott explained, adding: "The Trump administration will continue to put America first and protect our nation from foreign nationals who pose a risk to public safety or national security."
The announcement arrives as the administration expands immigration restrictions targeting international students and those voicing opposition to Israel's military campaign in Gaza. Courts have begun challenging several enforcement actions.
Turkish doctoral candidate Rumeysa Ozturk was apprehended by plainclothes ICE officers following her publication of a Gaza-focused opinion piece. She subsequently gained release from detention, with a federal judge restoring her academic status in December.
Mahmoud Khalil, a lawful U.S. resident and pro-Palestinian advocate at Columbia University, similarly secured release and is mounting a legal challenge against his visa revocation.
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