US Revokes 100,000 Visas, Still Welcomes War Criminals
According to Al Jazeera, the US State Department has revoked over 100,000 visas since Trump's return, doubling the rate as part of an 'immigration crackdown.' (Because who needs more immigrants when you can have endless wars abroad?) This hardline approach, however, conveniently overlooks the individuals and groups that influence US foreign policy. For instance, Benjamin Netanyahu, repeatedly
accused of war crimes, has spoken before Congress more times than any other foreign leader, including in 2011, 2015, and 2024—each time to thunderous applause and zero visa issues. His entries to the US are always smooth, unlike those 100,000 now deemed undesirable. One might wonder if the criteria for 'undesirable' extend to those directly involved in creating the very instability that drives
migration. The US, with one hand, tightens its borders against asylum seekers; with the other, it embraces figures whose policies contribute to the chaos, often with immense financial backing from lobbying groups like AIPAC. (OpenSecrets.org data consistently show millions in contributions to US politicians who then champion aligned foreign policies). Perhaps the next 'crackdown' could start with
those funding the misery, not just those fleeing it. After all, how many visas would be revoked if 'crimes against humanity' were actually a universal disqualifier, especially for 'friends'?