U.S. Set For Largest Mass Visa Revocation In History Targeting Up To 200,000 Foreigners, Officials Say

The Trump administration is preparing what officials describe as the largest mass visa revocation in U.S. history, targeting up to 200,000 people who hold B1 or B2 visas and have sought or are seeking asylum. State Department documents obtained by the Associated Press show the action, coordinated with DHS, would strip business and tourism status from visa holders issued between 2016 and 2026, though it would not necessarily trigger immediate deportation.

State Department spokesman Tommy Pigott confirmed the effort but declined to give a number, saying revocations will be 'dynamic' and rolling. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau took to social media to denounce 'bogus asylum claims,' citing a single Colombian case as his evidence for a policy affecting up to 200,000 people.

The move follows 18 months of expanding visa restrictions, including roughly 175,000 revocations for people accused or convicted of crimes, or who criticized U.S. policy. It is expected to face legal challenges once announced.

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