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From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja
For indulging in criminal activities, the United States Government has revoked 100,000 student visas.
The United States Department of State disclosed this on its X handle, saying the United States will continue to deport thugs to keep the country safe.
The post by the US Department of State read: “The State Department has now revoked over 100,000 visas, including some 8,000 student visas and 2,500 specialised visas for individuals who had encounters with U.S. law enforcement for criminal activity.
“We will continue to deport these thugs to keep America safe.”
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Reuters, however, reported that the revocation began since United States President Donald Trump took office last year, “setting what it said was a new record as his administration pursues its hardline immigration policy.
“The extent of the revocations reflects the broad immigration crackdown initiated when Trump returned to the White House last year, deporting an unprecedented number of migrants, including some who held valid visas.
“The administration has also adopted a stricter policy on granting visas, with tightened social media vetting and expanded screening,” Reuters reported.
State Department Deputy spokesperson, Tommy Pigott, had listed four leading causes for revocations to include overstays, driving under the influence, assault and theft.
“The revocations marked a 150 per cent increase from 2024,” Pigott said.
