US suspending immigrant visa processing from 75 countries over public assistance

Source Chicago Tribune
Original Load Date Jan. 14, 2026, 12:01 p.m.
Last Updated Jan. 14, 2026, 12:01 p.m.
Original URL https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/01/14/us-suspending-immigrant-visa-processing-from-75-countries-over-public-assistance/

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WASHINGTON — The State Department says it will suspend the processing of immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries whose nationals are deemed likely to require public assistance while living in the United States. The State Department, led by Secretary Marco Rubio, said Wednesday it had instructe...