U.S. Revokes Visas for Latin American Officials Amid Corruption Allegations
The U.S. government has revoked visas for 27 Latin American officials, former officials, and their families from Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, citing accusations of corruption. Bolivia's attorney general is among those affected.
Albany Schenectady Troy, NY, September 28, 2026 — The United States government has revoked visas for 27 individuals identified as current or former officials from Latin American countries, along with their family members. The action, which cites accusations of corruption, impacts individuals from Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Among those affected by the visa revocations is Bolivia’s attorney general. The U.S. Department of State has stated that these measures are part of its ongoing efforts to combat corruption in the region.
The exact nature of the corruption allegations against each individual has not been detailed publicly. The U.S. government has not provided specific names beyond the general categories of officials and their families from the named countries. The scope of the alleged corruption and the specific roles held by the affected individuals remain undisclosed.
This action signifies a continuation of U.S. policy aimed at promoting good governance and deterring corrupt practices among public officials in Latin America. The revocation of visas can prevent individuals accused of corruption from traveling to the United States.
The number of individuals impacted totals 27, encompassing both former and current officials, and their immediate family members. The countries specifically mentioned in connection with these revocations are Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. No further details regarding the timeline of the revocations or the specific legal basis beyond corruption allegations have been released by the U.S. government.
Story summarized from the original created by MATTHEW LEE, Associated Press on www.news10.com, see more information here.
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