State Department Addresses Iran, Visa Revocations

Why it matters locally: While the impact is broad, Missouri residents with family or professional ties to foreign nationals or those involved in international business may be indirectly affected by changes in U.S. visa policies.

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State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott provided comments regarding the diplomatic situation with Iran and the revocation of U.S. visas for numerous foreign nationals. Pigott participated in a discussion with NPR's Rob Schmitz. The conversation covered the ongoing diplomatic engagement concerning Iran. Separately, Pigott addressed the U.S. government's actions concerning visas. These actions have resulted in the revocation of U.S. visas for hundreds of thousands of foreign nationals.