The Digest:
The US State Department has warned that foreigners, including Nigerians, who glorify the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk on social media could face visa revocations and entry bans.
Key Points:
- Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau stated those praising the assassination are "not welcome" in the US
- The directive specifically targets foreign nationals who rationalize or celebrate the violent act online
- Landau encouraged social media users to report such posts directly to him for State Department review
- The warning follows Kirk's assassination during a university event in Utah on Wednesday
- The 31-year-old was a key Trump ally and influential conservative youth organizer
- The policy highlights increasing global concern over online content and violent rhetoric
- This represents a significant escalation in monitoring foreign nationals' digital expressions
Sources: Nigerian Tribune
