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Trump Administration Targets 55 Million Visa Holders for Deportation

8/24/2025

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The Trump administration is reviewing over 55 million visa holders for potential deportation due to violations.
The State Department may revoke visas based on law enforcement records and ineligibility indicators.
Secretary Marco Rubio halted worker visas for commercial truck drivers following a fatal incident involving an illegal driver.
Approximately 6,000 student visas have been revoked due to legal infractions.
This crackdown could worsen labor shortages by deterring employers from hiring foreign workers.

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The Trump administration is reviewing over 55 million visa holders for potential deportation due to violations.
The State Department may revoke visas based on law enforcement records and ineligibility indicators.
Secretary Marco Rubio halted worker visas for commercial truck drivers following a fatal incident involving an illegal driver.
Approximately 6,000 student visas have been revoked due to legal infractions.
This crackdown could worsen labor shortages by deterring employers from hiring foreign workers.