NewsThe Haitian TimesAugust 31, 2026Miami-Dade
Trump administration pauses immigrant visa processing and targets 200,000 existing visas
The Trump administration is pausing immigrant visa processing and preparing to revoke up to 200,000 business and tourism visas currently held by individuals who have applied for asylum. This action extends immigration enforcement measures to individuals who entered the United States legally.
Read the full story at The Haitian TimesWhy It Matters
Up to 200,000 individuals currently holding valid business or tourism s face the potential loss of their legal status if they have also filed for .
Key Facts
- The administration is pausing immigrant visa processing.
- The administration is preparing to revoke up to 200,000 business and tourism visas.
- The policy specifically targets visa holders who have also applied for asylum.
- The policy applies to individuals who entered the United States legally.
Who's Mentioned
organizationTrump administration“The executive branch implementing the immigration policy changes.”organizationDepartment of Homeland Security“Coordinating with the State Department on visa revocations.”other200,000“Number of business and tourism visas targeted for revocation.”organizationState Department“The agency responsible for pausing visa applications and coordinating revocation”organizationU.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services“Part of DHS, responsible for the public charge rule.”organizationThe Haitian Times“The news outlet that published the report.”personJulia Gelatt“Associate director at the Migration Policy Institute.”other75“Number of countries affected by a previous visa policy.”personChristopher Landau“Deputy secretary of state.”