US freezes immigrant visas for 75 countries amid public-charge review
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The U.S. State Department will pause immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries starting Jan. 21 due to concerns applicants may rely on public assistance in the future. The ban covers new immigrant visas (not tourist visas) and does not affect current visa holders, with a broader policy review underway to ensure newcomers do not become a public charge.
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