The U.S. government is implementing a social media surveillance program titled 'Catch and Revoke,' targeting student visa holders for online expressions that are unfavorable to the Trump administration. This cross-agency initiative involves reviewing public social media accounts to identify sentiments deemed hostile, such as 'pro-Hamas' views or criticisms of U.S. culture. Over 1,600 visas have already been revoked. Critics argue this infringes on First Amendment rights, highlighting that foreign nationals are entitled to free speech protections while in the U.S., which raises deep constitutional questions and concerns over freedom and privacy.
This new program, called 'Catch and Revoke,' is alarming due to its implication on free speech and privacy for student visa holders and their American peers.
The federal government is revoking student visas based on social media sentiment towards 'pro-Hamas' or 'antisemitic activity,' raising serious First Amendment concerns.
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