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Former President of Costa Rica had his US visa canceled after criticizing Trump

Former Costa Rica President Óscar Arias had his U.S. Visa canceled after receiving an email from the U.S. State Department, which stated he may be ineligible for his visa.
Arias expressed uncertainty about the reasons for the cancellation, suggesting it might relate to his criticisms of U.S. Foreign policy.
The U.S. State Department has not provided an explanation for the revocation, which follows a trend of actions against foreign nationals based on political views.
Arias remains determined to express his views, declaring that attempts to silence him will not succeed.

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