The US government has suspended visas for foreign commercial truck drivers following a fatal accident that sparked nationwide debate.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the decision, saying that foreign drivers not only endanger road safety but also threaten job opportunities for American truckers.
“We are stopping the issuance of visas for commercial truck drivers with immediate effect,” Rubio said.
The move comes amid growing pressure to protect local jobs in the transport and logistics sector. Officials argue the ban is necessary to safeguard American livelihoods and ensure road safety.
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The policy shift highlights the government’s commitment to prioritizing citizens’ welfare and may reshape the trucking industry in the coming months.
