The United States has withdrawn over 100,000 visas since President Donald Trump assumed office on a strong anti-immigration agenda.
This was revealed by the U.S. Department of State in a statement shared on X on Monday. According to the post, more than 100,000 visas have been cancelled so far, including approximately 8,000 student visas and about 2,500 specialised visas issued to individuals who had previous encounters with U.S. law enforcement linked to criminal activities.
The State Department explained that the move is part of wider efforts aimed at improving public safety and ensuring strict enforcement of immigration regulations.
Reaffirming its position, the department stated: “We will continue to deport these individuals to keep America safe.”
While no specific timeline or detailed breakdown of the offences was provided, the announcement highlights the U.S. government’s sustained clampdown on visa holders connected to criminal conduct.
In August 2025, the department had earlier revoked more than 6,000 international student visas due to violations of U.S. immigration laws and cases of overstaying, a spokesperson confirmed to the BBC. Officials noted that most of the offences involved assault, driving under the influence (DUI), burglary, and alleged support for terrorism.
These actions form part of the Trump administration’s broader immigration crackdown, particularly targeting foreign students. Earlier in 2025, visa appointments for international students were temporarily suspended.
When applications resumed in June, prospective students were required to make their social media profiles publicly accessible for enhanced screening. Authorities said the reviews would focus on identifying “any signs of hostility toward U.S. citizens, culture, government, institutions, or founding values.”
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