Key facts
- The US revoked visas for 27 Latin American officials and their families.
- The individuals are from Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
- Accusations of corruption were cited as the reason for the visa revocations.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru this month.
The Trump administration has revoked the visas of 27 Latin American officials, former officials, and their families, citing accusations of corruption. The individuals targeted hail from Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, all countries with right-leaning leaders who have maintained friendly relations with President Donald Trump. This action follows a recent visit by Secretary of State Marco Rubio to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, where he pledged U.S. support for their anti-drug and anti-human trafficking initiatives.