FOREIGN ARRIVALS TO U.S. DOWN 3M AS TRUMP VISA CRACKDOWN, TRAVEL BAN DETER VISITORS

AP reports a cross-country slump in foreign visitors from Canada, Europe, Asia and parts of Africa, with preliminary U.S. data showing over 3 million fewer overseas arrivals through July. Analysts cite Trump-era travel bans, tougher visa rules and stepped-up immigration enforcement, alongside tariffs, as key deterrents. Forecasts from WTTC and Tourism Economics warn the downturn may persist, prompting cities and venues to pivot marketing toward domestic travelers. Some markets saw gains (Argentina, Brazil, Italy, Japan), but overall sentiment toward U.S. travel has weakened.