The United States government has revoked the visas of several foreign nationals who publicly celebrated the assassination of conservative commentator and activist, Charlie Kirk, in what it described as a firm response to “hate-fueled speech against Americans.”
In a statement shared via its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the U.S. Department of State declared that the country “has no obligation to host foreigners who wish death on Americans,” confirming that the affected individuals had their visas immediately withdrawn.
According to the department, six individuals from Argentina, South Africa, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, and Paraguay were identified and sanctioned after posting “heinous and inflammatory comments” celebrating Kirk’s killing.
The statement listed each case with excerpts from their social media remarks before stating the corresponding action — “Visa revoked.”
An Argentine national was reported to have written that Kirk “devoted his entire life spreading racist, xenophobic, misogynistic rhetoric” and “deserves to burn in hell.”
Likewise, a South African citizen mocked mourning Americans, saying, “they’re hurt that the racist rally ended in attempted martyrdom,” a comment that also led to visa cancellation.
A Mexican national allegedly declared that “there are people who deserve to die,” while Brazilian and German nationals justified the killing, calling Kirk a “Nazi rally figure” and “fascist.” Both cases prompted immediate revocation.
A Paraguayan national who hurled insults at the late commentator also had their visa terminated.
The State Department emphasized that President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio remain committed to “defending America’s borders, culture, and citizens,” adding:
“Aliens who take advantage of America’s hospitality while celebrating the assassination of our citizens will be removed.”
Analysts say the move signals Washington’s growing intolerance for hate speech and a tougher stance on visa policies for foreign nationals found promoting violence or hostility toward Americans.
