The U.S. Department of State has announced a new initiative to scrutinize the social media accounts of student visa applicants in an effort to detect any indications of hostility towards the United States. Officials have stated that this measure is being implemented as part of enhanced security protocols to ensure the integrity of the student visa program.
The policy requires applicants to voluntarily provide access to their social media profiles, with the goal of identifying potential security risks or threats. State Department officials have emphasized that the review is a targeted process, aimed at ensuring that individuals entering the country pose no threat to national security or public safety.