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DHS to screen immigrant application social media accounts

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has introduced a new policy requiring immigrants to submit their social media usernames, along with previous email addresses and phone numbers, as part of their visa application process. This initiative, aimed at enhancing national security, will affect approximately 15 million foreigners annually who are seeking to enter the United States. The policy, which was proposed in September 2017, has now been implemented following a 30-day public comment period. Critics argue that this measure could lead to profiling and privacy violations, while supporters believe it will help in identifying potential security threats more effectively.

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