In late August, the State Department announced it would begin revoking tourist and business visas held by people who entered the U.S. and later applied for asylum, with internal estimates reaching 200,000 or more. For many families in our community, the news has created real fear. Here's what's actually happening, who may be affected, and, just as importantly, what a revoked visa does and does not change. What the State Department Announced On August 24–25, 2026, the State De