Economy Sep 04 Trump says skilled foreign workers take jobs away from Americans. It's not that simple, experts say By Hannah Grabenstein
Politics Aug 22 Federal judge vacates Trump policy that suspended processing of immigration visas from 75 countries The judge ruled that Secretary of State Marco Rubio exceeded his authority by issuing the policy, which “runs afoul” of the Immigration and Nationality Act by mandating "the refusal of visas to eligible applicants without any basis in law.”… By Michael Casey, Associated Press
Politics Jul 31 U.S. will make visa bond program permanent, affecting mostly African countries A draft notice published Friday in the Federal Register says a nearly year-long review “provided sufficient data” to suggest the bond program effectively enforces compliance with visa conditions, and would be made permanent. By Matthew Lee, Associated Press
Politics Jun 08 Federal judge strikes down Trump's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas for high-skilled workers The ruling contradicts an earlier federal court decision in Washington, D.C. that denied the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's request to strike down the visa fee. By Michael Casey, Associated Press
World Mar 18 U.S. to demand bonds of up to $15,000 for visa applications from 12 more countries After April 2, there will be 50 countries whose citizens are subject to the requirement, which was rolled out by the Trump administration last year as it cracked down on visa overstays and more broadly moved to curtail illegal migration. By Matthew Lee, Associated Press
Feb 06 Watch 11:15 Trump administration's visa freeze upends work and life for many U.S. families By Liz Landers, Maea Lenei Buhre This week, the Trump administration was sued for a sweeping pause of immigrant visa processing for people from 75 countries. The freeze, which began last month, comes on top of full or partial travel and visa restrictions on citizens from… Continue watching
Jan 14 State Department suspending immigrant visas for 75 countries, citing public assistance concerns By Matthew Lee, Associated Press The State Department says it will suspend the processing of immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries whose nationals are deemed likely to require public assistance while living in the United States. Continue reading
Dec 04 U.S. to prioritize visa applications by investors and fans visiting for World Cup, Olympics By Matthew Lee, Associated Press The Trump administration has instructed U.S. embassies and consulates around the world to prioritize visa applications from foreigners wishing to visit the United States to either invest in America or attend the 2026 World Cup, 2028 Olympics and other major sporting… Continue reading
Dec 03 Trump administration restricts visas for Nigerians involved in violence against Christians By Dyepkazah Shibayan, Associated Press The United States will restrict visas for Nigerians and their family members involved in mass killings and violence against Christians in the West African country, the U.S. State Department said Wednesday. Continue reading
Nov 07 EU tightens visa restrictions on Russian nationals over Ukraine war, potential security risks By Lorne Cook, Associated Press The European Union on Friday made it harder for Russian citizens to enter Europe’s ID-check free travel area due to Russia's continued war on Ukraine, increasing acts of sabotage blamed on Moscow and the potential misuse of visas. Continue reading