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Tourists say they are avoiding visits to America

US President Donald Trump speaks to the press before signing a proclamation renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America aboard Air Force One at Palm Beach International Airport in West Palm Beach, Florida
US President Donald Trump speaks to the press before signing a proclamation renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America aboard Air Force One at Palm Beach International Airport in West Palm Beach, Florida (AFP via Getty Images)
  • Tourists are avoiding the U.S. due to the Trump administration's strict immigration policies, causing a drop in overseas visitors.
  • Reports of harsh treatment and prolonged detentions of visitors, even for minor visa issues, have fueled these concerns.
  • Several countries have updated their travel advisories, warning citizens about potential difficulties at the U.S. border.
  • Business travelers, creatives, and academics are particularly apprehensive, with some canceling conference trips due to safety fears.
  • This trend could have significant economic and cultural consequences for the U.S. if it continues.
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