USCIS's proposed immigration policy mandates disclosure of social media profiles for individuals applying for immigration benefits, affecting up to 3.5 million people. This change aligns with President Trump's agenda for stronger immigration control, targeting those currently residing in the U.S. already holding visas or green cards. Critics, like Electronic Frontier Foundation's Saira Hussain, argue that it could have a chilling effect on free expression, deterring eligible applicants from sharing their opinions due to fears of retribution during vetting processes. The policy adds requirements that already exist for foreign nationals applying from abroad, marking a significant expansion of scrutiny on existing residents.
A new immigration policy proposed by USCIS could require prospective citizens to relinquish social media profiles for vetting, heightening scrutiny on legal immigration.
The USCIS claims this change aims to provide more rigorous vetting for applicants, impacting around 3.5 million individuals seeking immigration benefits.
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