Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Secretary says U.S. can deny or revoke visas for people who openly support Hamas
Summary
At a press briefing, Secretary Jason said that visa applicants who declare support for Hamas or plan to foment violence may be denied entry and that visas or green cards can be revoked for individuals who engage in such conduct after arrival.
Secretary Jason said U.S. visa rules allow officials to deny admission to applicants who state an intent to support or carry out violence, and he reiterated that visas and green cards can be revoked for those who engage in disqualifying acts after entering the United States.
“When you come to The United States as a visitor, which is what a visa is…we can deny if you tell us…'I am a big supporter of Hamas,'” Jason said, describing a hypothetical…
Already have an account? Log in
Subscribe to keep reading
Unlock the rest of this article — and every article on Citizen Portal.
- Unlimited articles
- AI-powered breakdowns of topics, speakers, decisions, and budgets
- Instant alerts when your location has a new meeting
- Follow topics and more locations
- 1,000 AI Insights / month, plus AI Chat
