Secretary of State Marco Rubio blasted the “absurd” idea that America must accept every immigrant seeking entry. “No country in the world has an immigration policy like that,” Rubio declared, emphasizing visas as privileges—not rights. His remarks come as the Trump administration accelerates efforts to revoke visas for foreign students expressing pro-Palestinian views, with thousands already canceled.
The State Department recently targeted students involved in campus protests demanding universities divest from Israel. ICE arrested multiple activists, including a Tufts University writer criticizing U.S. support for Israel. Another organizer from Columbia University remains jailed in Louisiana after nine weeks. Federal officials are pressuring elite schools like Harvard to dismantle diversity programs or lose funding.
Rubio’s department has expanded visa restrictions beyond students, sanctioning foreign officials who enable human rights abuses. Thailand faced penalties after forcibly returning Uyghurs to China. The administration argues these actions protect national interests and prevent foreign interference. “We’re taking back control,” Rubio stated during a Senate hearing.
Homeland Security seeks 20,000 National Guard troops to assist deportations—a dramatic escalation of interior enforcement. Military lawyers are reviewing the request, which would federalize guardsmen to bypass state objections. Critics call it an abuse of military resources, but officials insist it’s necessary to combat “criminal undocumented immigrants.”
The administration reversed course on canceling 4,700 student visas after legal challenges, but tensions with universities persist. New policies block asylum seekers from using the CBP One app to schedule border appointments. Rubio claims most immigration actions no longer require public comment periods, speeding enforcement.
Foreign students with anti-American views face immediate consequences. “If you’re here as a guest disrupting our schools, your visa will be revoked,” Rubio warned. His department uses a Cold War-era law to bar officials from countries undermining U.S. interests. Supporters praise the moves as defending sovereignty.
While activists cry oppression, Rubio insists America welcomes those who respect its values. “We’re a nation of laws, not chaos,” he said. The administration vows to continue purging campuses of “radical elements” and tightening border controls. Recent actions align with President Trump’s inaugural pledge to prioritize citizens’ safety.
This hardline approach resonates with voters tired of open borders and campus unrest. By framing immigration as a national security issue, Rubio and Trump signal unwavering commitment to their base. As November’s election approaches, expect more crackdowns on those threatening traditional American values.
