Trump Administration Plans Visa Cuts, Tightens Rules for Foreign Journalists in US

US President Donald Trump has been criticized internationally for actions perceived as undermining press freedom, including his reaction to the brief suspension and subsequent reinstatement of comedian Jimmy Kimmel's show after controversial remarks. The German Journalists Association condemned Trump's approach as a campaign against independent media, highlighting his tendency to use financial pressure to silence critical voices. Foreign journalists in the US are facing increasing challenges due to the Trump administration's plans to drastically reduce the validity of their visas—from five years to 240 days, and as little as 90 days for Chinese journalists—complicating their ability to establish stable operations and networks. Trump's hostile responses to probing questions, such as those from an Australian reporter about his business dealings, have sent a chilling message to international media, signaling that scrutiny may have adverse consequences. Journalists report that the administration favors media personnel who either align with its narratives or self-censor, contributing to a climate of uncertainty and pressure for foreign correspondents. These developments raise broader concerns about the state of press freedom and the treatment of the media under President Trump's government.