State Department Says It Will Expand Scrutiny of All Chinese Visa Holders in US

The department has already paused new student visa interviews worldwide and is preparing to revoke visas for Chinese nationals currently in the United States.

The U.S. Department of State spokesperson Tammy Bruce speaks during a press briefing in Washington on March 28, 2025. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch Times

WASHINGTON—The U.S. State Department is ramping up its scrutiny of all Chinese nationals currently in the United States on a visa, department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce announced on May 29.

The State Department has made several shifts to visa policies this week.