State Department Boosts Resources to Process Business Visas for South Koreans
The New York Times • 11/29/2025 • Last cited 11/29/2025
Summary
The State Department is increasing resources to expedite the processing of business visas for South Koreans, as part of efforts by the Trump administration to address the fallout from the detention of hundreds of South Koreans during an immigration raid in Georgia, according to The New York Times.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
48 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
The New York Times
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score47/100
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Score BreakdownRisk 35
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 48 days - proven survivor
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