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Rubio Announces Visa Ban on Far-Left Terrorists, Experts Warn Overreach

8/9/2026

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced a visa ban on foreigners accused of far-left terrorism.
The ban invokes President Donald Trump’s Presidential Memorandum-7 and the law used to try to deport activist Mahmoud Khalil.
Experts Carrie DeCell and Peter Margulies warned the vague language could chill dissent and exceed Rubio’s authority.
Legal experts say the policy, which adds an “economic sabotage” provision, could face challenges despite no visa denials reported.

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced a visa ban on foreigners accused of far-left terrorism.
The ban invokes President Donald Trump’s Presidential Memorandum-7 and the law used to try to deport activist Mahmoud Khalil.
Experts Carrie DeCell and Peter Margulies warned the vague language could chill dissent and exceed Rubio’s authority.
Legal experts say the policy, which adds an “economic sabotage” provision, could face challenges despite no visa denials reported.