U.S. Revokes Visas of Over 50 Mexican Officials in Crackdown

The U.S. government, under President Trump’s administration, has canceled the visas of at least 50 Mexican politicians and government officials. The move is part of an aggressive push against drug cartels and suspected political allies. Reuters
Many of those affected belong to the ruling Morena party, as well as officials from other parties. Though only a few have publicly confirmed the revocations, insiders say the action is more widespread than previously known. The Guardian+2Mexico News Daily+2
Baja California Governor Marina del Pilar Ávila is among those whose visa was revoked; she has denied any involvement with organized crime. The Guardian+2Mexico News Daily+2
U.S. State Department officials say visas can be revoked without explanation when someone’s actions are judged “contrary to U.S. national interests,” which can include ties to corruption, drug trafficking, or other illicit activity. The Guardian+1
Former U.S. ambassadors note that while past administrations have used visa revocations, the scale and political targeting seen now mark a new level of diplomatic pressure. Mexico News Daily+1
The move has caused alarm among Mexico’s political class, who often need U.S. travel for diplomacy, trade, and personal matters. Critics warn it could strain U.S.–Mexico cooperation on security, trade, and diplomacy. The Guardian+2BNO News+2