Trump Administration Tightens H-One-B Visa Checks for Free Speech

Trump Administration Tightens H-One-B Visa Checks, Focusing on Censorship and Free SpeechThe Trump administration has announced stricter H-One-B visa checks, particularly for those in highly skilled fields. A State Department memo suggests that individuals involved in censorship of free speech could face rejection. These visas are crucial for American tech companies recruiting from countries like India and China. A new cable instructs consular officers to review resumes and social media profiles for signs of censorship activities, potentially disqualifying applicants involved in misinformation, disinformation, content moderation, fact-checking, and online safety. This new focus on censorship and free speech in visa vetting had not been previously reported. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.