U.S. plans mass visa revocations for up to 200,000 asylum seekers
By The BriefBrief
The Trump administration is preparing to revoke visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum status in the United States, officials said. The move would represent the largest mass visa revocation in U.S. history.
WHO:Trump administration officials
WHAT:Preparing to revoke visas of up to 200,000 foreigners seeking asylum status in the U.S.
WHEN:Reported Aug 24, 2026 at 4:59 PM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:The visas are being targeted because the foreigners have applied for or are currently seeking asylum status in the United States.
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