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US Suspends Visas for 75 Countries Amid Crackdown

1/15/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The United States suspends immigrant visa processing for 75 countries amid a crackdown.
In Miami, January 15, 2026, authorities issued permits for film projects, commercials and reality TV.
Miami Dade College will resume managing the historic Tower Theater.
The city will hire 24 police officers with a $3 million federal grant, matched by $7.6 million in city funds.
Florida's state revenue collections total $4.031 billion, driven by sales taxes.

History

Historical Context

The Immigration Act of 1924, also known as the National Origins Act, established strict quotas limiting immigration to 2% of each nationality based on the 1890 census, significantly reducing immigration from Eastern and Southern Europe and banning Asian immigrants. This law shaped U.S. immigration policy until 1965, and its legacy is echoed today in ongoing debates about immigration reform and national security.

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Story summary

The United States suspends immigrant visa processing for 75 countries amid a crackdown.
In Miami, January 15, 2026, authorities issued permits for film projects, commercials and reality TV.
Miami Dade College will resume managing the historic Tower Theater.
The city will hire 24 police officers with a $3 million federal grant, matched by $7.6 million in city funds.
Florida's state revenue collections total $4.031 billion, driven by sales taxes.

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