In a forceful stance on immigration and national security, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has warned that visas are not entitlements but privileges that can be revoked if misused. Writing in an opinion piece for Fox News, Rubio said the U.S. government reserves the right to revoke or deny visas to those engaged in activities deemed hostile to American values or in violation of U.S. law.

His remarks follow a wave of pro-Palestine protests on American college campuses and tech workplaces, which he characterized as “antisemitic” and disruptive, allegedly fueled by “foreign agitators.” Rubio stated that the government will act against any visa holders found supporting terrorist organizations or intimidating U.S. citizens under the guise of free speech.

“The First Amendment doesn’t protect foreign nationals who engage in activities supporting designated terrorist organizations like Hamas, Hizballah, or the Houthis,” he wrote.

Backing this warning, the Biden administration—under Trump’s executive order, Protecting the American People Against Invasion—has rolled out sweeping new visa regulations effective April 11, 2025. The Department of Homeland Security mandates that all non-citizens aged 18 or older must carry identification, including visas or green cards, at all times.

Moreover, foreign nationals must register with the federal government within 30 days of arrival or turning 14, and submit biometric data regardless of their status. Legal permanent residents are also subject to these provisions.

Rubio underscored that visa holders must “prove themselves worthy” daily, declaring that those who violate the terms of their stay or U.S. law will face deportation or visa revocation.

“America welcomes those who contribute to our nation—not those who seek to destroy it from within,” he concluded.

In a forceful stance on immigration and national security, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has warned that visas are not entitlements but privileges that can be revoked if misused. Writing in an opinion piece for Fox News, Rubio said the U.S. government reserves the right to revoke or deny visas to those engaged in activities deemed hostile to American values or in violation of U.S. law.

His remarks follow a wave of pro-Palestine protests on American college campuses and tech workplaces, which he characterized as “antisemitic” and disruptive, allegedly fueled by “foreign agitators.” Rubio stated that the government will act against any visa holders found supporting terrorist organizations or intimidating U.S. citizens under the guise of free speech.

“The First Amendment doesn’t protect foreign nationals who engage in activities supporting designated terrorist organizations like Hamas, Hizballah, or the Houthis,” he wrote.

Backing this warning, the Biden administration—under Trump’s executive order, Protecting the American People Against Invasion—has rolled out sweeping new visa regulations effective April 11, 2025. The Department of Homeland Security mandates that all non-citizens aged 18 or older must carry identification, including visas or green cards, at all times.

Moreover, foreign nationals must register with the federal government within 30 days of arrival or turning 14, and submit biometric data regardless of their status. Legal permanent residents are also subject to these provisions.

Rubio underscored that visa holders must “prove themselves worthy” daily, declaring that those who violate the terms of their stay or U.S. law will face deportation or visa revocation.

“America welcomes those who contribute to our nation—not those who seek to destroy it from within,” he concluded.