Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:33am on 26 Aug 2026,Wednesday India Global
The United States has paused or rescheduled immigrant visa appointments at embassies and consulates worldwide as the Trump administration tightens immigration rules. The State Department said a global training programme for consular officers was launched, with appointments adjusted to accommodate the initiative. The training aims to help officers assess applicants more consistently, including whether they could become dependent on public benefits. Applicants with scheduled interviews have been informed that their appointments will be rescheduled, though no timeline has been announced. The move comes amid a wider immigration crackdown by President Donald Trump’s administration. (PC: The Hindu)
