Overview

• Australian comedian Alice Fraser canceled her planned May trip to the U.S. after legal advice warned her satirical jokes about Trump and Musk could lead to entry issues.
• Fraser's immigration lawyer cautioned that U.S. border officials increasingly rely on social media screening, which could flag her political commentary.
• The decision reflects Fraser's concerns over personal safety and the potential for being detained while traveling with her two young children.
• Reports indicate a broader trend of enhanced U.S. border scrutiny, with travelers facing device searches, detentions, and entry denials based on online activity.
• Fraser expressed hope to visit the U.S. in the future when social media content is less likely to influence border decisions.