U.S. prepares largest mass visa revocation in history, targeting up to 200,000 foreigners who are seeking asylum

Fortune·August 24, 2026 at 10:31 PM+5

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The State Department is expected to announce the revocation of B1 and B2 visas issued between 2016 and 2026 whose holders have sought asylum or are now seeking asylum.

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