US Cracks Down on Immigrant Visa Abuse from 75 Countries to Protect American Taxpayers

In an era when American families are burdened by rising costs and stretched government resources, the State Department has taken a critical step to defend economic common sense and national sovereignty. On Wednesday, Secretary Marco Rubio's State Department announced it will suspend immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries considered at high risk of becoming public charges—those likely to rely on welfare and public benefits. This pause, effective January 21, applies solely to immigrant visas; non-immigrant tourist or business visas remain untouched. The decision follows a broader policy initiated last November aimed at stopping individuals who would become financial...