US Imposes Visa Restrictions on Hong Kong Officials

The United States is taking action by imposing new visa restrictions on certain Hong Kong officials following the city's quick implementation of domestic security legislation. The legislation, which the US claims suppresses open discussion in the global finance hub, has prompted the State Department to target multiple officials accountable for the escalating crackdown on rights and freedoms. Secretary of State Antony Blinken's recent statement did not specify a timeline or identify the officials being targeted.