The U.S. Department of State has revoked visas and initiated visa restrictions against certain individuals in Mexico accused of facilitating illegal immigration to the United States. The measures target executives and senior officials of a transportation company based in Mexico, who are alleged to have knowingly provided travel services primarily for people intending to enter the United States unlawfully.
According to the Department, these actions are being taken under Section 212(a)(3)(C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), which prohibits entry to individuals whose presence or proposed activities could have serious negative effects on U.S. foreign policy.
Investigations by U.S. authorities found that the targeted individuals organized transportation for migrants, including minors, from the Caribbean and other areas to transit points in Central America. Many of these migrants were later apprehended while attempting to cross into the United States without authorization.
A statement from the Department reads: "The United States will not tolerate any attempts to undermine our national security or immigration laws. The Department will ensure those who profit from illegal immigration face consequences, and we will aggressively target smuggling networks to protect our borders."
These actions reflect ongoing efforts by U.S. agencies to address irregular migration and disrupt smuggling operations involving multiple regions.
