Published on, Aug. 20 -- August 20, 2025 12:23 PM

The Trump administration has announced that it will evaluate "anti-America" beliefs, including opinions expressed on social media, when making decisions on immigration and residency applications in the United States.

US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) said it will expand its review of applicants' social media activity to identify individuals who promote views opposing American values or policies.

spokesperson Matthew Tregiser emphasized that immigration benefits, including the right to live and work in the United States, should not be granted to those who express hatred or hostility toward the country.

He added that immigration privileges are not an automatic right but a d...