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State Department Says It Discovered, Dismantled ‘Sophisticated’ Birth Tourism Schemes, Revoked Hundreds of Visas

Officials say more than 400 suspected cases have been identified since 2024 as investigators target organized visa schemes and alleged fraud.

  • On Wednesday, the State Department escalated its global crackdown on birth tourism, revoking more than 100 visas issued to foreign nationals suspected of using visitor visas primarily to secure United States citizenship for their children.
  • While giving birth in the United States is not illegal, officials argue that using a tourist visa primarily for that purpose violates immigration rules, prompting Federal authorities to target applicants who misrepresent their travel intent.
  • Investigators identified more than 400 suspected birth tourism cases since 2024, often involving fraudulent documents and visa "fixers" who coach applicants on interviews; posts outlining more than 600 cases reflect the broader immigration push.
  • The State Department said it is defending the integrity of United States citizenship by shutting down networks, warning that visas will be denied or revoked if childbirth is the primary purpose of travel.
  • This crackdown coincides with ongoing legal debates regarding the 14th Amendment citizenship clause, as Eastman argues for restricting automatic citizenship for temporary visitors to preserve the "consent of the governed" cornerstone principle.
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Townhall broke the news in Washington, United States on Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
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