State Department on Revoked Visas for Chinese Students: 'No Idea' on Total Numbers

Visa Revocation Policy

• ⚠️ The US revoked visas for over a thousand Chinese students and researchers deemed security risks during the end of Trump's first administration.
• 🎯 A question was raised whether current actions will exceed those previous measures.

Consular Affairs and Data Transparency

• ❓ When asked about the total number of visas to be revoked for Chinese students, the State Department spokesperson stated they have 'no idea' what the numbers will be.
• 🚫 It was clarified that Consular Affairs does not provide numbers regarding issued, removed, or revoked visas.
• ⚠️ The spokesperson advised using caution if a specific number has been provided by another source.

National Security and Vetting

• 🔒 The focus of the policy is on individuals deemed a threat to the country.
• 🔍 These individuals will be vetted again or looked at seriously to ensure American safety.
• 💡 The overarching goal is to make Americans safer.