US plans mass visa revocation for asylum seekers

The State Department plans to revoke B1 and B2 visas issued between 2016 and 2026 whose holders have sought or are now seeking asylum in the United States.

Officials say the move would be the largest mass visa revocation in US history, affecting up to 200,000 people.

The administration argues the visas were obtained under false pretenses by individuals who intended to immigrate permanently.

The announcement has drawn sharp criticism from immigration advocates who say it will leave vulnerable asylum seekers in legal limbo.