US halts all immigrant visa applications amid tightening restrictions

All United States immigrant visa applications have been paused, The Guardian reports, as the State Department tightens restrictions on who can enter the country. An agency official confirmed the move Tuesday, saying the initiative launched at every embassy and consulate in early August, with visa appointments adjusted to accommodate in-depth training. The State Department has been developing updated guidance since early this year to ensure consular officers evaluate every applicant comprehensively and consistently. The pause is part of the administration's broader crackdown on both lawful and undocumented immigration.

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