US Halts Foreign Truck Driver Visas Amid Safety Concerns
The US has stopped issuing worker visas for foreign commercial truck drivers due to safety concerns. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the immediate change, highlighting increased risks and competition for American truckers. Previous measures by the Trump administration sought to enforce English proficiency among truck drivers.
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The United States has announced it will no longer issue worker visas for commercial truck drivers from abroad, a move revealed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Effective immediately, the decision is aimed at enhancing road safety and protecting American truckers' livelihoods.
Rubio's announcement on social media cited the rising number of foreign drivers operating large trucks on American roads as a threat to public safety and US truckers' jobs. The Department of State has not disclosed the exact numbers of foreign truck drivers affected by this policy change.
The transportation sector has been under scrutiny for issues related to non-native English speakers driving trucks. The previous administration enforced language requirements to minimize accidents. This latest move continues efforts to address safety concerns linked to language barriers and traffic incidents.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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