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The Donald Trump administration announces a suspension of immigrant visa processing for 75 countries as the United States tightens screening to curb applicants deemed likely to become a public charge. Tourist and business visas remain unaffected. The State Department orders consular officers to refuse visas under existing law while vetting procedures are reassessed, affecting countries across Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America.
Wednesday, 14 January, 2026