Removal of Romania from Visa Waiver Program

Romania has been removed from the Visa Waiver Program by the Department of Homeland Security and State Department after being admitted by former President Joe Biden. The VWP allows designated countries' nationals to enter the U.S. without a visa for up to 90 days. Concerns over Romania's democratic backsliding and security risks led to the removal.

Chilean Nationals Charged in Multi-State Burglary Ring Targeting Athletes

Chilean nationals charged in connection to a multi-state burglary ring targeting professional athletes in the US. District Attorney calls for Chile to be removed from US visa waiver program due to organized burglaries. Chile accused of not providing criminal background checks on its citizens.

Burglary Tourism and Exploitation of Visa Waiver Program by Chilean Organized Crime

Texas Republican Rep. Chip Roy is warning of 'burglary tourism' by South American gangs who fly into the U.S. to commit home invasions and return home with stolen goods. Roy is urging the State Department and DHS to remove Chile from the Visa Waiver Program due to organized crime exploiting loopholes.

Chilean Burglary Gangs Targeting Wealthy Americans in Detroit Suburbs

Chilean burglary gangs, described as 'well-trained ninjas,' are targeting wealthy Americans in the Detroit suburbs after using the Visa Waiver Program to enter the U.S. The gangs are highly organized and steal cash, jewelry, and designer handbags from upscale homes when the occupants are out of town. Law enforcement has created a task force to address the issue.