US set for largest mass visa revocation in history targeting up to 200,000 foreigners, officials say
The Trump administration is preparing to revoke the business and tourism visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum status in the United States. If it happens, the move would be the largest single mass revocation of visas in U.S. history and would likely face legal challenges.
TL;DR
- Trump administration plans to revoke visas for asylum seekers.
- Up to 200,000 foreigners could have their business and tourism visas revoked.
- This would be the largest mass visa revocation in U.S. history.
- The move is likely to face legal challenges.