Overview

• Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized that U.S. visas are a privilege, not a right, reinforcing the administration's zero-tolerance stance on law violations and terror affiliations.
• Over 1,000 visas have been revoked in recent weeks, with infractions ranging from minor offenses to alleged support for pro-Palestinian protests and terrorist organizations.
• New federal rules mandate all non-citizens, including green card holders and student visa recipients, to carry proper immigration documentation at all times.
• Legal challenges have been filed by affected international students, alleging due process violations in the sudden revocation of their legal status.
• Higher education leaders warn of a chilling effect on international student enrollment, with growing campus anxiety and disruptions to academic environments.