US Embassy's Social Media Review for Visas Sparks Debate

Mexico City—The United States Embassy in Mexico has confirmed a policy requiring visa applicants to share their social media information. This policy, in effect since 2019, allows the embassy to review posts for content deemed offensive or threatening to US national security. "Posts mocking the US or its president, or contact with individuals on a risk list, may lead to visa denial or revocation," a spokesperson stated. This impacts both new applicants and those with existing visas. The embassy emphasizes this measure is intended to protect US public safety. The policy has sparked debate regarding privacy concerns and the potential for bias in the review process.