The Trump administration unveiled a sweeping plan on Thursday to review all 55 million visa holders in the United States. Officials warn that any violation—from overstaying a visit to criminal activity—could trigger immediate revocation and deportation 🚨.
Alongside this, USCIS will expand vetting to include applicants’ social media, screening for so-called anti-American activity. Critics say the vague definition could give officers sweeping discretion and leave millions in uncertainty.
That same day, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the United States will stop issuing work visas for commercial truck drivers, citing safety concerns and risks to the domestic trucking industry 🚚.
Analysts note that what started as a crackdown on undocumented migrants now extends to nearly all legal visa holders, putting many at risk of losing their status. New Pew Research Center data shows the US immigrant population fell by almost 1.5 million in the first half of the year, the first net decline in decades 📉.
Supporters argue fewer immigrants ease pressure on public services and boost the labor market, but experts warn of looming shortages in agriculture, healthcare, and other key sectors. With baby boomers retiring, the United States might deepen its reliance on immigrant labor in the long run.
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Trump administration to vet all 55 million U.S. visa holders
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