NYT: "U.S. State Department Plans to Revoke Visas of Foreigners Who Made Negative Remarks About Charlie Kirk"

Secretary of State Rubio Hints at Visa Cancellations
"If You Cheer Public Assassination, Prepare for Deportation"
Deputy Secretary Also Solicits Reports of 'Negative Remarks' on Social Media

Following the murder of American right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, which has caused significant social repercussions, reports have emerged that the U.S. State Department plans to revoke entry visas for foreigners who made negative remarks about Kirk. On September 24 (local time), the New York Times reported, "In the two weeks since Kirk was killed, U.S. authorities have been searching for public statements celebrating or joking about his death, and have also asked the public for related cooperation."

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is giving a speech at the memorial service for conservative commentator Charlie Kirk held in Arizona, USA, on the 21st (local time). Photo by Reuters Yonhap News

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated on social media on the 15th, "The United States will not welcome foreigners who celebrate the death of our fellow citizens," adding, "Visa cancellations are underway. If you have received a visa and come here to cheer for the public assassination of a political figure, prepare to be deported. You are not welcome in this country." According to the New York Times, a State Department official said that dozens of individuals, including a Brazilian congressman, Mexican political commentators, and South African journalists, are expected to be banned from entering the United States.

Christopher Landau, U.S. Deputy Secretary of State, posted an image containing the phrase "Visa Revoker" directed at those who spoke negatively about Kirk. X

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau is reportedly leading this effort. The day after Kirk was killed, Deputy Secretary Landau posted on social media asking people to "send examples of those who praise, justify, or downplay this incident." Numerous reports were subsequently posted to his account, and Landau responded by uploading an image depicting himself as a superhero. The image featured a baseball bat engraved with the U.S. government seal and the Spanish phrase "Visa Revoker," showing Deputy Secretary Landau melting visas with laser beams from his eyes.

A journalist from South Africa was reported to Landau's account after stating on social media, "I offer condolences to Kirk's family, but I do not empathize with Kirk," and claiming that "(Kirk) believed gun deaths were a small price to pay for the right to bear arms."

Salvador Ramirez, spokesperson for Mexico's ruling party, was also reported after saying at a media-hosted debate, "Kirk brought his murder upon himself due to his pro-gun stance." In response, Ramirez attempted to defuse the situation, stating, "I acknowledge that Deputy Secretary Landau did great work during his time as ambassador to the United States. I believe he is also doing well now at the State Department."

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