The Trump administration is reviewing the 55 million people holding U.S. visas. If any violations are found, it could result in visa revocation or deportation.
On the 21st, the Associated Press cited a written response from the U.S. Department of State, saying that all holders of U.S. visas will be subject to “continuous review.” Once any indication surfaces that they may no longer meet visa eligibility requirements, the visa will be revoked. If the holder is in the U.S., they could face deportation.
According to the State Department, signs of ineligibility include overstaying, criminal behavior, posing a threat to public safety, engaging in any form of terrorist activity, or providing support to terrorist organizations.
Since Trump returned to the White House earlier this year, he has continually tightened immigration policies—strengthening the expulsion of illegal immigrants, and increasing scrutiny on holders of legal visas such as student visas. On the 18th, multiple American media outlets including CNN and Fox News cited anonymous State Department officials, reporting that the U.S. has already revoked more than 6,000 student visas this year.