Government & Politics

Republicans Question Visa Program for Chinese Nationals Amid Citizenship Debate

Published Jul 20, 2026 · via El Nuevo Día

Republican lawmakers, including Congressman Morgan Griffith of Virginia, are questioning a program that allows Chinese nationals to visit Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands without a tourist visa for up to 14 days. This comes as Griffith introduces legislation in the US House of Representatives to limit birthright citizenship, a policy previously attempted by former President Donald Trump.

The move is part of a broader effort by Republicans to restrict access to US citizenship, which could potentially impact territories like Puerto Rico.