Secretary of State Marco Rubio has instructed U.S. diplomats to scrutinize social media accounts of certain visa applicants, focusing on those perceived to hold anti-U.S. or anti-Israel sentiments. This directive follows recent executive orders from President Trump, aiming to deport individuals considered hostile toward American values and culture. Visa applicants may be referred to the fraud prevention unit for a social media review, reflecting a broader approach to enhance national security and maintain safety in the U.S. Rubio’s statements highlight a commitment to prevent entry to those who threaten national security.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has mandated that diplomats abroad examine social media of certain visa applicants, targeting those who criticize the U.S. or Israel.
This directive from Rubio is part of a broader strategy initiated by President Trump to deport foreign nationals deemed hostile to American culture or principles.
Rubio emphasized the need for national security, stating that they do not want individuals undermining the U.S. as guests granted visas.
In this new policy approach, consular officers are instructed to send some applications for visa checks to the fraud prevention unit based on social media reviews.
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