The Trump administration announced Tuesday that immigration officers will now screen applicants for green cards, visas, and other benefits for “anti-Americanism” and antisemitic views. The new policy gives U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) officers broad power to consider whether applicants have “endorsed, promoted, supported, or otherwise espoused” views deemed anti-American when making decisions about immigration benefits.
The policy expands existing social media screening that began in June 2025 to include searches for “anti-American activity.” USCIS said officers will examine whether applicants have had “any involvement in anti-American or terrorist organizations” or whether there is evidence of antisemitic activity. The updated guidance applies to both new and pending applications for green cards, visas, and citizenship.
