Tammy Bruce on Visa Revocation Policy After Bob Vylan Case

Public Policy on Visa Revocations

• ❓ A journalist questioned the State Department's policy on discussing visa revocations, noting that for decades, such matters were considered confidential.
• 💡 The spokesperson clarified that while past practices may have emphasized confidentiality, there is now a public policy and procedure regarding national security and visa processing.

Bob Vylan Case and Public Statements

• 🎤 The case of the UK entertainer Bob Vylan and his band was highlighted, where their US visas were revoked.
• 📢 The revocation was made public through a tweet by Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau and confirmed by other officials, citing a hateful tirade at Glastonbury that included leading the crowd in death chants.
• 🚫 The State Department's stance is that foreigners who glorify violence and hatred are not welcome visitors to the United States.

National Sovereignty and Visa Decisions

• 🌍 Every sovereign nation has the right to decide who enters the country, a publicly stated standard.
• ⚠️ The actions of the Bob Vylan band were seen as violating this basic standard regarding the nature of individuals permitted entry.
• ✅ The spokesperson emphasized that the public is supportive of the US taking care in vetting who enters the country, and the public statements reflect this policy.