US Pauses Commercial Truck Driver Worker Visas After Fatal Crash

The Trump administration has paused all issuance of worker visas for foreign commercial truck drivers, citing safety concerns and the economic impact on American truckers. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the immediate halt, linking it to a recent fatal crash in Florida caused by an illegal immigrant truck driver who lacked English proficiency and legal status. President Trump has mandated English proficiency for all commercial truck drivers to ensure they can understand traffic signs and communicate effectively with safety officials. The administration is also vetting millions of visa holders for potential deportable infractions, underscoring a broader enforcement effort. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy confirmed that investigations into the Florida crash are ongoing. This visa pause seeks to protect American lives and uphold the livelihoods of domestic truck drivers amid growing concerns about foreign drivers on U.S. roads.