On July 24, 2026, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced a new visa restriction policy aimed at foreign nationals involved in cybercrime and cyber-enabled crime. Rubio stated that the policy targets individuals responsible for activities such as cyberscams and sextortion. The new restrictions may also apply to immediate family members of those covered by the policy. This announcement follows an executive order signed by President Donald Trump earlier in the year, which directs federal agencies to develop measures against foreign scam centers and transnational criminal organizations. Rubio highlighted that scammers, often linked to Chinese organizations, have defrauded U.S. citizens of at least $10 billion in 2024. He emphasized that the administration is utilizing various tools, including sanctions and international cooperation, to dismantle these criminal networks. Rubio concluded by stating that the visa restrictions send a message that the U.S. will take action against those who exploit its citizens.
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Marco Rubio Announces New Visa Restrictions Targeting Cybercrime
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced a new visa restriction policy on July 24, 2026, targeting foreign nationals involved in cybercrime. The policy aims to combat activities such as cyberscams and sextortion, and may also affect family members of those implicated. Rubio emphasized the administration's commitment to dismantling criminal networks that defraud U.S. citizens.
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Rubio unveils visa restrictions targeting cybercrime networks
Marco Rubio Announces New Visa Restrictions Targeting Cybercrime