U.S. slashes foreign journalist visas to 240 days, caps Chinese reporters at 90

DHS finalized a rule ending "duration of status," a framework used since the 1970s that let foreign journalists stay while eligible. Visas now cap at 240 days; Chinese journalists at 90. DHS Secretary Mullin cited national security and fraud risks. RSF and CPJ condemned the move; China called it "discriminatory" and threatened retaliation. The rule takes effect 60 days after Federal Register publication.