Autorităţile din SUA vor verifica reţelele sociale ale jurnaliştilor străini care aplică pentru vize

The U.S. government plans to implement new visa regulations requiring foreign journalists to undergo social media checks, raising concerns about free speech. This initiative, part of stricter immigration policies, extends previous requirements for visa applicants. The State Department emphasizes that online presence verification is essential for ensuring applicants meet legal criteria and do not pose security threats. Recent measures have also tightened the duration of stay for foreign journalists and students. Critics worry these policies may infringe on civil liberties and freedom of expression.