Trump administration revokes visas of six foreigners over online remarks about Charlie Kirk’s death

Washington.- The Trump administration has revoked the U.S. visas of six foreign nationals accused of mocking or making derogatory remarks about conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was killed on September 10 while speaking at a Utah college. The State Department announced the decision after reviewing the individuals’ social media activity related to Kirk’s death.

The move coincided with President Donald Trump’s posthumous awarding of the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Kirk, whom he called “a patriot who gave his life for America’s future.” The six individuals—reportedly from Argentina, Brazil, Germany, Mexico, Paraguay, and South Africa—were not publicly identified. Officials said the action was part of a broader effort to “defend our borders, our culture, and our citizens” by enforcing immigration laws against foreigners who “celebrate the murder of Americans.”

The decision has sparked debate over free speech, as several journalists, teachers, and public figures have reportedly faced consequences for their comments about Kirk. Senior officials, including Vice President J.D. Vance, have urged citizens to report offensive posts, while Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau said he directed consular officers to act against those praising or minimizing Kirk’s death.