The Trump administration has revoked visas for 4,000 foreign students within its first 100 days, focusing on those with criminal records for serious offenses such as assault and robbery. A senior State Department source told the New York Post that more than 90% of these students had committed crimes including arson, human trafficking, and domestic abuse. The administration worked with the Department of Homeland Security to cross-reference law enforcement records, ensuring only serious cases were considered.
"They came and they were breaking the law with no consequences," the source explained.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio spearheaded this initiative, emphasizing a "zero tolerance" policy for students involved in illegal activities. Rubio stated, "No one’s entitled to a student visa. If you come to this country as a student, we expect you to go to class and study." The majority of affected students are from Asia and the Middle East. Some have already left the U.S., while others are expected to be deported soon.
The administration's actions are part of a broader immigration crackdown, with potential plans to review other visa categories in the future. This move aligns with President Trump's mass deportation agenda, which aims to remove individuals deemed to be violating U.S. laws. The revocation of these visas highlights the administration's commitment to law and order, as well as its focus on national security.