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Trump Administration Expands Visa Restrictions to Applicants with Chronic Illnesses

Trump Administration Expands Visa Restrictions to Applicants with Chronic Illnesses

Washington D.C., November 7 — The Trump administration has rolled out new visa guidelines that could deny entry to foreign applicants suffering from chronic or long-term health conditions. The move, aimed at reducing potential healthcare costs for the U.S., expands the scope of the existing “public charge” policy.According to the updated rules, U.S. consular officers can now reject visa applications if the applicant or their dependents are deemed likely to require expensive medical care in the future. Conditions such as diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and certain neurological or mental health disorders fall under the new scrutiny.Officials have been instructed to…
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