Recent incidents of white westerners being detained or deported by US immigration authorities have raised concerns among potential travelers. The case of Welsh artist Rebecca Burke, who was held for 19 days over a visa mix-up, exemplifies the situation. Reports of similar cases from Canada and Germany highlight a shift in travel advisories from these countries, cautioning citizens about strict entry rules and potential detention. The approach to immigration under the Trump administration has sparked criticism, suggesting a descent into authoritarianism.
Do you like being shackled and strip-searched? Absolutely no judgment if so, but anyone who isn't into that sort of thing may want to avoid a holiday to the US at the moment.
Burke had the wrong paperwork: she hadn't realised that she needed a working visa instead of a tourist visa in order to exchange domestic chores for accommodation with a host family.
In response, some countries have beefed up their advice about travel to the US. Last week, Germany updated its US travel advisory to emphasise that a visa or entry waiver does not guarantee entry.
The Trump administration is descending into authoritarianism.
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