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US revokes visas of La Nación executives, sparks outcry.

5/5/2026

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The United States revoked the visas of senior executives of La Nación, Costa Rica’s leading newspaper.
La Nación’s board learned of the revocations from pro-government media and said the U.S. State Department gave no reason.
Opposition lawmakers and press-freedom groups demanded an explanation, warning the action could undermine democratic norms.
Cancelled visas also affected Óscar Arias, Rodrigo Arias, legislators Francisco Nicolás and Cynthia Córdoba, and Judge Fernando Cruz.

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The United States revoked the visas of senior executives of La Nación, Costa Rica’s leading newspaper.
La Nación’s board learned of the revocations from pro-government media and said the U.S. State Department gave no reason.
Opposition lawmakers and press-freedom groups demanded an explanation, warning the action could undermine democratic norms.
Cancelled visas also affected Óscar Arias, Rodrigo Arias, legislators Francisco Nicolás and Cynthia Córdoba, and Judge Fernando Cruz.